Tanium Cloud Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Tanium Administrator to manage and optimize the use of the Tanium platform in a cloud-only environment comprising over 1,000 endpoints. The ideal candidate will be responsible for utilizing Tanium to manage software deployments, policy enforcement, updates, and security measures. This individual will play a critical role in maintaining the health and security of our IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tanium Administration:
  • Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of the Tanium platform across all endpoints in the cloud environment.
  • Ensure the Tanium platform is up-to-date, secure, and operating efficiently to meet organizational requirements.
  • Conduct regular health checks on the Tanium platform to identify and resolve potential issues.
  • Manage platform upgrades and new feature rollouts to ensure minimal downtime.
  • Maintain proper documentation for Tanium configurations and procedures.
• Software Management:
  • Manage and automate the deployment of software applications, updates, and patches using Tanium.
  • Perform regular audits of software inventory to ensure proper licensing and compliance.
  • Develop and implement workflows for automated software rollouts across multiple endpoints.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to software deployment and updates.
  • Coordinate with vendors and teams for third-party application integrations.
• Policy Enforcement:
  • Define, implement, and monitor endpoint policies through Tanium to ensure security and compliance.
  • Regularly review and update policies to align with changing business and security requirements.
  • Conduct policy testing in a controlled environment before organization-wide implementation.
  • Track and report policy violations to stakeholders and recommend remediation steps.
  • Ensure consistency in policy enforcement across all endpoints and user groups.
• Security and Threat Response:
  • Utilize the Tanium Threat Response module to proactively monitor potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Conduct root cause analysis for security incidents and implement corrective measures.
  • Develop and execute response plans for detected threats, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.
  • Collaborate with the security team to align threat response strategies with organizational goals.
  • Stay updated on emerging security threats and implement preventive measures.
• Compliance Management:
  • Use the Tanium Comply module to conduct regular compliance assessments against industry standards (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, SOC 2).
  • Generate detailed compliance reports and work with relevant teams to address non-compliance issues.
  • Develop compliance checklists and workflows for faster remediation.
  • Conduct training sessions for teams on compliance best practices and requirements.
  • Establish a proactive compliance monitoring framework to prevent future violations.
• Monitoring and Reporting:
  • Develop and maintain custom dashboards to provide real-time visibility into endpoint health, performance, and security metrics.
  • Generate periodic reports for stakeholders on system status, compliance, and threat management activities.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of Tanium solutions.
  • Provide detailed post-incident analysis and reports with actionable recommendations.
  • Automate report generation and distribution to streamline processes.
• Collaboration:
  • Partner with IT, Security, and Compliance teams to align Tanium configurations and operations with organizational goals.
  • Provide technical expertise and recommendations during planning and implementation of IT projects.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all Tanium-related queries and support.
  • Facilitate knowledge sharing and training sessions for team members.
  • Coordinate with external vendors and support teams for issue resolution and best practices.
• Optimization:
  • Continuously assess and improve Tanium workflows, scripts, and configurations to enhance performance and efficiency.
  • Identify and resolve bottlenecks or issues affecting the platform’s effectiveness.
  • Conduct regular performance benchmarking and tuning of the Tanium platform.
  • Explore and implement new features to maximize the value of Tanium in meeting organizational needs.
  • Maintain a roadmap for Tanium-related improvements and upgrades.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Tanium Administrator or in a similar role.
• Technical Skills: Proven expertise with the Tanium platform, including in-depth knowledge of the Comply and Threat Response modules.
• Certifications: Tanium certifications (e.g., Tanium Certified Operator, Tanium Certified Administrator) are highly desirable.
• Cloud Environment: Strong familiarity with managing IT operations in a cloud-only environment.
• Security Knowledge: Understanding of security best practices, incident response, and compliance frameworks.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical issues.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of ITIL practices and methodologies.

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source is an Orlando-based workforce solutions provider dedicated to delivering elite services worldwide, with a focus in government healthcare, technical and support services, engineering, and travel healthcare. Loyal Source provides exceptional custom solutions to both private enterprise and government agencies. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

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