Endpoint Security Engineer

Endpoint Security Engineer Location: Charlotte, NC (4 days onsite / 1 day remote) Duration: Contract through end of year with strong likelihood of extension (budgeted through 2027) Interview Process: Single round Webex Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Endpoint Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain enterprise endpoint security solutions across a large-scale environment. This role is heavily focused on hands-on Tanium engineering , requiring deep experience configuring, tuning, and optimizing Tanium modules-not just monitoring or utilizing existing deployments. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, high-performing team responsible for securing thousands of endpoints and driving continuous improvement across endpoint detection, response, and vulnerability management. Key Responsibilities Engineer & Optimize Endpoint Security Solutions Design, build, implement, and maintain endpoint security tools, with a strong focus on Tanium platform engineering Tanium Platform Ownership Configure, tune, and manage Tanium modules including: Comply Plus, Core Platform, Deploy, Discover, Enforce, Integrity Monitor, Patch, Performance, Threat Response Patch & Vulnerability Management Automate and manage OS and third-party patching across a large enterprise environment to proactively remediate vulnerabilities Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Deploy and maintain tools such as CrowdStrike , ensuring proper configuration and response workflows Incident Response & Forensics Investigate endpoint security incidents, isolate affected systems, and perform root cause analysis to prevent recurrence Security Policy & Controls Develop and enforce endpoint security policies including MFA, device controls, and user access standards Telemetry & Threat Analysis Correlate endpoint and log data (e.g., via Splunk ) to identify complex attack patterns and security risks Automation & Scripting Build scripts using PowerShell, Python, or Bash to streamline deployments, remediation actions, and monitoring Required Qualifications Proven experience as an Endpoint Security Engineer in a large enterprise environment Hands-on Tanium engineering experience (must have built, configured, and maintained-not just used) Expertise across multiple Tanium modules listed above Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems Experience with: CrowdStrike (EDR) Splunk (log analysis / SIEM) CyberArk (privileged access management) Experience supporting large endpoint environments (thousands of devices) Preferred Qualifications Certifications such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+ , or similar Strong background in automation and security tooling optimization Soft Skills Self-driven and proactive - able to operate with minimal oversight Strong sense of accountability and ownership Clear and concise communicator Reliable, focused, and engaged during working hours Additional Details Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (ET) Work Environment: Collaborative, team-oriented, and stable long-term engagement Desired Skills and Experience Proven experience as an Endpoint Security Engineer in a large enterprise environment Hands-on Tanium engineering experience (must have built, configured, and maintained-not just used) Expertise across multiple Tanium modules listed above Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems Experience with: CrowdStrike (EDR) Splunk (log analysis / SIEM) CyberArk (privileged access management) Experience supporting large endpoint environments (thousands of devices) Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. 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Beacon Hill Technologies' dedicated team of recruiting and staffing experts consistently delivers quality IT professionals to solve our customers' technical and business needs. Beacon Hill Technologies covers a broad spectrum of IT positions, including Project Management and Business Analysis, Programming/Development, Database, Infrastructure, Quality Assurance, Production/Support and ERP roles. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. 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