Solutions Engineer, Principal

Job Summary

Our client a leading energy & utilities provider is seeking a Solutions Engineer, Principal to join their team! This position is located in California.

Core Responsibilities

• Mature and operationalize the ransomware recovery governance program through hands‑on process development, technical validation, and continuous improvement.
• Enforce ransomware recovery maintenance policies, ensuring consistent application of required controls and procedures.
• Coordinate and oversee all testing activities for protected applications, including readiness checks, recovery validation, and documentation of results.
• Design and implement the application review and onboarding process, including technical assessments and control verification.
• Develop and formalize the decision authority framework to clarify roles, responsibilities, and escalation paths.
• Partner in the development of the ransomware incident response plan and lead technical exercises, simulations, and tabletop activities.
• Contribute to future state technology assessments and strategic evaluations related to ransomware resilience and cyber recovery.
• Deliver a comprehensive current state ransomware preparedness assessment within 30 days.
• Develop and maintain a ransomware risk heat map with ongoing updates.
• Support the creation of training curriculum for operations and support teams.
• Develop executive level presentations and reporting materials summarizing risks, findings, and progress.
• Establish and maintain a cyber recovery tracking repository and reporting dashboard.

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)

• Hands‑on ransomware recovery experience.
• Cyber recovery vault / vault strategy experience.
• Experience coordinating recovery testing, remediation, and operational readiness.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally across cyber, infrastructure, and application teams.

Key Competencies & Behaviors

• Strong technical skills.
• Communication skills.
• Time management skills.

Work Environment

• Location: California.
• Open to remote, but must reside in California.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $80.00 and $119.00 . Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• 401K offered.