Lead - Endpoint Security & Tooling

The Lead - Endpoint Security & Tooling plays a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing a diverse array of endpoint security tools and technologies.

The Lead will spearhead the configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of security tools, develop and implement robust security policies, conduct in-depth threat intelligence analysis, design secure endpoint architectures, and assess and mitigate risks to endpoints.

Roles and Responsibilities

Expertise in Security Tools:

• Lead the management and optimization of the Zscaler suite of applications, including Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA), Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), Browser Isolation, Firewall (Tunnel 2.0), Deception, and other endpoint security tools.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Intune for advanced endpoint security management, encompassing policy configuration, device management, compliance enforcement, and performance optimization.
• Exhibit familiarity with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions, encompassing advanced threat detection, configuration management, policy enforcement, and performance monitoring.
• Display proficiency in Application Control solutions for managing and controlling application execution on endpoints, including policy management and application behavior monitoring.

Endpoint Security Tooling Management:

• Oversee the configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of security tools to ensure optimal performance and effectiveness.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits of endpoint security configurations.
• Stay updated with new releases, versions, changes, and breaking changes in Microsoft Intune and other endpoint security tools.
• Assess the impact of new releases and changes on endpoints and security policies.

Security Policy Development:

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive endpoint security policies, configurations, and best practices.
• Ensure strict compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Secure Architecture Design:

• Apply expert security architecture principles to design and implement highly secure endpoint architectures.
• Implement sophisticated network segmentation, access controls, and secure configurations for endpoints.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation:

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for endpoints to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities.
• Lead the implementation of robust risk mitigation strategies and controls to reduce risks to endpoints.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including IT, security, compliance, and business stakeholders.
• Communicate complex technical concepts related to endpoint security effectively to non-technical audiences.

Continuous Learning and Adaptability:

• Stay at the forefront of the latest trends, threats, and technologies in endpoint security.
• Adapt swiftly to the evolving security landscape and emerging threats in endpoint security.

Problem-solving and Critical Thinking:

• Apply advanced problem-solving skills and critical thinking to analyze and resolve complex security issues related to endpoints.
• Lead the troubleshooting of endpoint security incidents and drive the development of innovative solutions

What will you need to succeed

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Masters degree preferred).
• Proven leadership experience (7+ years) in endpoint security management