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Strategic Security Consultant, Mandiant, Google Cloud

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Applicants in the County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

The application window will be open until at least December 11, 2025. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.

Note: Google's hybrid workplace includes remote roles. By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following:

Remote Locations

Washington, USA; Alaska, USA; Arizona, USA; California, USA; Colorado, USA; Hawaii, USA; Idaho, USA; Montana, USA; New Mexico, USA; Oregon, USA; Utah, USA; Wyoming, USA.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3 years of experience in assessing and developing cybersecurity solutions and programs across security domains.
• 3 years of experience in delivering cyber outcomes, identifying mission risks, and devising solutions.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications related to specific cloud platforms.
• Certification in ISC2 CISSP CCSP, CompTIA Security+, Network+, introductory cloud provider certifications.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for task automation or analysis.
• Experience in contributing to technical projects as part of a team.
• Familiarity with core security principles (e.g., incident response process, vulnerability assessment basics) or security tools.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills for technical troubleshooting or data analysis.

About the Job

As a Mandiant Strategic Security Consultant, you will lead and support projects on behalf of clients that assess, test, or build their security programs. You will provide guidance and advice to clients on best practices and managing the risks for their security program.

Part of Google Cloud, Mandiant is a recognized leader in dynamic cyber defense, threat intelligence and incident response services. Mandiant's cybersecurity expertise has earned the trust of security professionals and company executives around the world. Our unique combination of renowned frontline experience responding to some of the most complex breaches, nation‑state grade threat intelligence, machine intelligence, and the industry's best security validation ensures that Mandiant knows more about today's advanced threats than anyone.

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $108,000–$155,000 + 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

• Be a trusted partner to our clients, building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Conduct security program assessments and build roadmaps to improve client security posture.
• Develop and deliver intelligence‑led tabletop exercises.
• Assess security operations and incident response team capabilities and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Advise clients on how to prepare for incidents such as ransomware, and deliver threat briefings to executive and technical teams.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

Information Services and Technology, Information and Internet

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