Security Consultant- Active Directory- Remote (Anywhere in the U.S.)

The Security Consultant - Active Directory role at GuidePoint Security involves leading the development of a specialized AD security consulting practice. Key responsibilities include building methodologies for AD assessments, establishing best practices for AD structures, leveraging vendor tools for AD management, and collaborating with clients to provide actionable security recommendations.

To qualify for the Security Consultant - Active Directory position at GuidePoint Security, candidates should have extensive experience in AD security consulting, knowledge of IAM solutions and Cloud Security technologies, and a proven track record in scaling consulting practices. Additionally, Microsoft certifications and experience with relevant vendor tools are highly desirable.

In the Security Consultant - Active Directory role at GuidePoint Security, you'll engage directly with clients to understand their unique security challenges. By providing detailed reports and actionable recommendations, you will help clients improve their security posture and effectively manage risks related to AD security.

Security Consultants will utilize a variety of industry-leading tools from partnered vendors such as Semperis, Cayosoft, Tenable, and CrowdStrike. These tools are critical for AD recovery, real-time monitoring, and ensuring compliance within hybrid cloud environments.

GuidePoint Security offers numerous career growth opportunities for Security Consultants, especially as they lead initiatives to expand into complementary cybersecurity domains. This role allows for professional development via mentorship, collaboration with experts, and the chance to contribute to innovative security solutions.

In answering this question, focus on specific projects where you managed or improved AD security measures. Discuss any methodologies you implemented that led to a significant enhancement in client security postures.

Highlight specific IAM solutions you've worked with, such as Privileged Access Management or Zero Trust architectures. Discuss how you've applied these concepts to enhance security in past roles.

Provide examples of past M&A engagements, detailing the strategies you used to mitigate security risks and maintain a cohesive operational environment during domain or forest consolidations.

Discuss your methods for staying updated, such as attending industry conferences, participating in webinars, enrolling in training programs, or engaging with cybersecurity communities.

Mention specific tools such as Tenable, Semperis, or CrowdStrike, detailing how you've applied these in real-world scenarios to enhance AD security and monitor compliance.

Detail the specific frameworks or methodologies you adopt for assessments, and describe how you've tailored these approaches to meet client-specific requirements and unique environments.

Walk through your typical process, emphasizing the importance of designing forests/domains, OU hierarchy, and delegation models that align with best practices and client needs.

Discuss the core concepts of Zero Trust, emphasizing how you've integrated these principles within AD environments to enhance security and compliance.

Share your approach to client engagements, focusing on active listening, understanding unique requirements, and providing tailored recommendations based on assessments.

Identify current challenges like increased cyber threats, compliance demands, and complex environments, and discuss strategies you've employed to address these challenges successfully.