Senior Security Engineer, Google Public Sector

Senior Security Engineer, Google Public Sector

Must be a US Citizen to meet customer and compliance requirements, including potential access to classified information. This position requires onsite client-facing work in Honolulu, Hawaii at Fort Hickam Air Force base. Note: Google's hybrid workplace includes remote roles. Remote location: Hawaii, USA.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience with security assessments, security design reviews, or threat modeling.
• 5 years of experience with security engineering, computer and network security, and security protocols.
• Experience delivering comprehensive security solutioning through design, coding, configuration, and deployment.
• Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
• Must currently have or be able to obtain advanced DoD 8140 DCWF certification.

Preferred qualifications:

• Certifications in CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GCIA, or OSCP.
• Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., finance, healthcare, government).
• Experience securing cloud environments (Cloud Computing Platform, Google Cloud Platform).
• Understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.

About the job

Security is at the core of Google's design and development process: it is built into the DNA of our products. The same is true of our offices. You're an expert who shares our seriousness about security and our commitment to confidentiality. You'll collaborate with our Facilities Management team to create innovative security strategies, investigate breaches and create risk assessment plans for the future. You believe that providing effective security doesn't come at the expense of customer service - you will be our bodyguard (and our long lost pal). The GPS Cyber Defense and Security Operations Group leads our Security Operations (SECOPs) function for a range of GPS platforms and services. Combining Mandiant's deep security experience with Google technologies, our team sets the standard in Security Engineering, Assessment, and Operations across Government Cloud programs.

Google Public Sector brings the magic of Google to the mission of government and education with solutions purpose-built for enterprises. We focus on helping United States public sector institutions accelerate their digital transformations, and we continue to make significant investments and grow our team to meet the complex needs of local, state and federal government and educational institutions.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $166,000-$244,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Implement security monitoring strategies, incident response plans, and security awareness programs.
• Oversee the deployment and operation of security information and event management (SIEM) systems, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) and other security tools.
• Leverage cyber threat intelligence to conduct ongoing network hunt activities and identify active and dormant threats within the environment
• Develop and implement custom-built AI-driven security detections and workflows.