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Crusoe

Senior Endpoint Security Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$134K - $185K/yr

You will be responsible for security architecture, endpoint visibility, and maintaining our security posture across a rapidly growing global fleet of macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android devices. This ...

Crusoe

Senior Endpoint Security Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$134K - $185K/yr

You will be responsible for security architecture, endpoint visibility, and maintaining our security posture across a rapidly growing global fleet of macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android devices. This ...

Geico

Endpoint Automation Staff Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$110K - $230K/yr

The Endpoint and Automation Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and improving endpoint security technologies and security automation solutions across the ...

Geico

Endpoint Automation Staff Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$110K - $230K/yr

The Endpoint and Automation Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and improving endpoint security technologies and security automation solutions across the ...

Talent Connection

Host Security Engineer

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

Strong knowledge of endpoint security technologies, endpoint detection and response (EDR/XDR), antivirus, anti-malware, and host-based protection. * Experience with vulnerability management across ...

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Ampere Computing LLC

Endpoint Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$172K - $258K/yr

Security & Compliance Architecture: Align endpoint controls with the broader InfoSec strategy, focusing on hardware-bound identity and granular compliance telemetry to satisfy Entra Conditional ...

Serval Inc

Security Engineer, Corporate

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200K - $325K/yr

Own endpoint security for our fleet, maintain hardened configuration baselines, endpoint detection and protection, full-disk encryption, patch and compliance posture, and centralized device ...

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How much do endpoint security jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for endpoint security in California is $150,773.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,100.00 and $156,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an endpoint security?

An Endpoint Security job involves protecting an organization's devices, such as computers, mobile phones, and servers, from cybersecurity threats. Professionals in this role implement security policies, monitor for vulnerabilities, and respond to incidents. They work with tools like antivirus software, endpoint detection and response (EDR) systems, and encryption technologies. Their goal is to safeguard endpoints from malware, phishing, and other cyber threats while ensuring compliance with security standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in endpoint security?

To thrive in Endpoint Security, you need strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, operating systems, and network protocols, often supported by a degree in computer science or related certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals. Familiarity with endpoint protection platforms, antivirus solutions, SIEM systems, and threat detection tools is essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this position. These capabilities are crucial for identifying vulnerabilities, responding to incidents, and protecting organizational assets from threats.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in endpoint security?

Endpoint Security professionals frequently encounter challenges such as staying ahead of rapidly evolving cyber threats, managing a wide variety of devices across the organization, and ensuring all endpoints comply with security policies. They often need to balance security measures with user convenience, and collaborate closely with IT, compliance, and helpdesk teams to implement updates and incident responses. Additionally, responding to alerts and investigating suspicious activity requires strong analytical skills and the ability to act quickly under pressure. These challenges make the role both demanding and rewarding, with ample opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

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Infographic showing various Endpoint Security job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $150,773 per year, or $72.5 per hour.

Endpoint Security Engineer

Schmidt Entities

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$200K - $225K/yr

Temporary

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

About the Role
Hillspire is seeking an experienced Endpoint & SaaS Security Engineer to help build one of the industry's most advanced modern security programs. This role is responsible for protecting endpoints and the SaaS platforms running on them, while helping mature Hillspire's Zero Trust security architecture with a strong emphasis on device security posture, insider threat prevention, automation, and AI.
The ideal candidate is equally comfortable investigating security alerts, engineering new security controls, building automation, and leveraging AI to improve operational efficiency. This is a hands-on engineering role with significant ownership and the opportunity to shape the future of endpoint, SaaS, and AI security across the organization.
This position is based full-time in our San Francisco headquarters in the Embarcadero and is offered as a contract-to-hire opportunity.
What You'll Do
Endpoint Security Engineering
  • Own the health, configuration, and continuous improvement of Hillspire's endpoint security platform.
  • Administer Sophos Endpoint Protection, XDR, and MDR capabilities across all corporate devices.
  • Ensure 100% endpoint visibility and security coverage.
  • Investigate and remediate compromised, vulnerable, or non-compliant endpoints.
  • Develop endpoint security baselines aligned with Zero Trust principles.
  • Improve device security posture through vulnerability management, compliance monitoring, and hardening.
  • Build controls that reduce insider threats and prevent lateral movement.

SaaS Security
Develop and mature Hillspire's SaaS Security program by:
  • Maintaining visibility into SaaS applications
  • Identifying Shadow IT and unauthorized SaaS usage
  • Governing BYOD, BYO-SaaS, and BYO-AI risks
  • Monitoring SaaS security posture
  • Improving SaaS authentication and identity controls
  • Partnering with business teams to securely onboard new SaaS platforms
  • Supporting vendor security reviews and third-party risk assessments

AI Security & Automation
Help shape Hillspire's next-generation AI security program by:
  • Building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions for security operations
  • Developing automation that continuously scans Hillspire's security posture
  • Using AI to improve incident response, investigations, and operational efficiency
  • Helping secure the organization's adoption of Generative AI technologies

Security Engineering & Operations
  • Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts.
  • Develop detection logic for insider threats.
  • Build automated remediation workflows.
  • Improve endpoint telemetry and visibility.
  • Enhance Zero Trust controls across users, devices, and applications.
  • Develop documentation, playbooks, and operational procedures.

Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience
  • Strong experience securing Windows and macOS endpoints
  • Experience working with Managed Detection & Response (MDR)
  • Experience implementing Zero Trust security principles
  • Knowledge of insider threat detection techniques
  • Experience with SaaS security
  • Understanding of Shadow IT and SaaS governance
  • Experience supporting BYOD environments

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with two or more of:
  • Sophos Central
  • Splunk Enterprise Security
  • CrowdStrike
  • Okta
  • Google Workspace security
  • CASB or SSPM platforms
  • Threat Intelligence Platforms
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • CISA Zero Trust Architecture

AI Native Mindset
We are looking for engineers who embrace AI as a force multiplier. Ideal candidates will implement solutions that rely on:
  • Prompt engineering using leading AI platforms
  • Building AI-assisted workflows
  • Experimenting with AI agents
  • Creating MCP servers
  • Developing automation using modern AI frameworks

Previous production AI experience is beneficial but not required. We value curiosity and a willingness to learn.
Growth Opportunities
Hillspire is heavily investing in AI and next-generation cybersecurity capabilities. Upon hiring, this engineer will receive company-sponsored training in:
  • Advanced Splunk engineering
  • AI Advanced training

Why Join Hillspire?
You'll join a small, highly technical security team with the opportunity to build-not just maintain-security capabilities. You'll have access to cutting-edge AI platforms, best-in-class enterprise security tooling such as Wiz, Splunk, Palo Alto, and the freedom to engineer innovative solutions that improve the organization's security posture.
If you're passionate about endpoint security, SaaS security, Zero Trust, AI, automation, and building the future of cybersecurity, we'd love to hear from you.
$200,000 - $225,000 a year
This is an exempt position.

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