Sr IT Security/Vulnerability Management Specialist
$155,000–$165,000 year
On-siteBethesda, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Lead the agency's vulnerability management lifecycle using Tenable.sc, Tenable.io, Nessus Manager, and Nessus scanners across on-prem and cloud environments. Analyze, prioritize, and track remediation of vulnerabilities in coordination with IT operations and system owners while maintaining scan schedules, asset groups, and dashboards. Define scanner architecture, refine data flows, and tune configurations to minimize false positives. Develop documentation for system setup, operations, and remediation tracking. Ensure systems comply with FISMA and FedRAMP standards, act as subject matter expert for tools and processes, and support incident response. Requires bachelor's degree, 5-7 years of security experience with 3 years in vulnerability management, and CISSP certification. On-site presence 3 to 5 days per week.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, cyber security, engineering, or a related technical field
- 5-7 years of progressive and related experience in IT security with at least 3 years in vulnerability management
- Expert knowledge of IT security vulnerabilities and risk assessments with the ability to explain the risks associated with them to executives, program, and technology staff
- Expert knowledge of Tenable.sc (on-prem) and Tenable.io (cloud)
- Strong knowledge of vulnerability management lifecycle, patch management, and risk scoring (e.g., CVSS2)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS and GCP) and hybrid environments
- Understanding of Windows, Linux/Unix, and network devices security hardening
- Ability to work with program staff, executives, security application vendors and technology staff to achieve IT security goals and objectives
- Experience developing and maintaining Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) documentation for large IT systems for the Federal Government
- Experience supporting a nationwide mid-to large Federal agency enterprise
- CISSP certification required (ability to obtain within 6 months of start)
- Must obtain an agency public trust suitability determination prior to start date
Desired Qualifications
- Additional experience and relevant certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Migration experience to Checkmarx One
- Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to automate scanning tasks, reporting, and API integrations; administration and operation of security scanning and vulnerability management platforms such as Nessus
- Deep expertise with SIEM platforms and integration of vulnerability data into enterprise monitoring
- Understanding of the Secure Software Development Life Cycle
- Master's degree or additional security or cloud certifications (e.g., CISM)
- Experience supporting a nationwide mid-to large Federal agency enterprise is a plus
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