GuidePoint Security - Security Engineer (Denver, CO) - Heartland (Remote)

• Network Security Foundation – Hands-on experience with network security products and concepts such as zero trust architecture, next-generation firewalls, application identification (AppID), micro-segmentation, and secure access • Network Security Foundation – • Firewall & Platform Proficiency – Proven experience working with firewall and network security platforms such as Palo Alto Networks, Checkpoint, and/or Fortinet • Firewall & Platform Proficiency – • Troubleshooting Ability – Familiarity with common troubleshooting methodologies on network security platforms, including firewalls, routing, NAT, and VPN • Troubleshooting Ability – • Operating System Knowledge – Proficiency across client and server operating systems including Windows, macOS, and Linux • Operating System Knowledge – • Security Fundamentals – Working knowledge of general security concepts aligning with CISSP domains (you don't need the cert, but you understand the landscape) • Security Fundamentals – • Communication Skills – Comfortable producing clear, concise reports and documentation related to security incidents, system performance, and recommendations • Who You Are (The Intangibles That Matter Most) • Technical skills can be taught. The qualities below are what set great candidates apart and define who will thrive in this role: • Relentless Curiosity – You ask "why" and "what if" constantly. You're not satisfied with surface-level answers and you actively seek to understand how things work end-to-end • Relentless Curiosity – • Growth Mindset – You see every engagement as a learning opportunity. Feedback energizes you, and you're always working to level up your craft • Growth Mindset – • Emotional Intelligence – You read the room. You understand that great security advice means nothing if it isn't delivered with empathy, patience, and an understanding of your audience • Emotional Intelligence – • Problem-Solving Drive – You approach challenges with creativity and persistence. When the path isn't clear, you find a way forward • Problem-Solving Drive – • Aptitude Over Perfection – You may not have all the answers today, but you have the intellectual horsepower and determination to get there quickly • Aptitude Over Perfection – • Ownership & Autonomy – You can prioritize across multiple projects and deliver results without needing someone looking over your shoulder • Ownership & Autonomy – • Experience with adjacent security solutions including CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Zscaler, Microsoft Defender suite, Carbon Black, Splunk, and/or Cisco security products • Experience authoring security runbooks, policies, and best practice documentation • Exposure to pre-sales, client-facing consulting, or solution architecture (even informally) • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience • Industry certifications (PCNSE, CCNP Security, CISSP, etc.) are a plus but not required • Where This Role Takes You • This isn't a dead-end technical position. At GuidePoint Security, we invest in our people — and this role is a launchpad, not a landing spot. The trajectory for this role leads toward becoming a Strategic Security Advisor — someone who sits at the intersection of deep technical knowledge and business acumen, guiding organizations through their most critical security decisions. You'll have mentorship, direct exposure to enterprise clients, and the freedom to carve your own path in the cybersecurity industry. • NOW — Security Engineer • THE PATH — Strategic Security Advisor • Network security delivery • Client-facing support • Technical documentation • Platform expertise • Pre-sales leadership • Solution architecture • Business advisory • Enterprise influence • If you're ready to take the next step in your security career and want to be part of a team that values growth as much as expertise — we want to hear from you. • GuidePoint Security is a cybersecurity solutions firm helping organizations reduce their security risk by selecting and deploying the right technology, processes, and expertise. We are a people-first organization committed to the growth and success of every team member. • We use Greenhouse Software as our applicant tracking system and Zoom Scheduler for HR screen request scheduling. At times, your email may block our communication with you. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder so that you don't miss updates on your application. • Why GuidePoint?GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1,200 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 customers.