SENIOR CYBERSECURITY VULNERABILITY ANALYST

Washington, DC
Full Time
SPX
Experienced

We are seeking a highly skilled Vulnerability Analyst with a strong technical background to join our team in support of a critical US government agency in the National Capital Region. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team responsible for Patch and Vulnerability Management, contributing to the security and integrity of vital information systems.

Clearance: Must be able to attain Public Trust
Potential for Remote Work: Hybrid Remote, 2 days a week onsite in Washington, DC

Job Description:
As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting IT Security management by conducting technical review, analysis, reporting, and working with technical solutions in the areas of vulnerability management, issue analysis, and response development and execution. You will work closely with various IT systems and teams to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures, focusing on maintaining a strong security posture for our client.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage technical projects with a focus on analytics and security.
  • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in web application scanning and device scanning.
  • Utilize tools like Nessus, Security Center, Tenable.IO, and Qualys WAS for vulnerability management.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
  • Leverage ServiceNow for incident management and tracking.
  • Utilize SharePoint for documentation and collaboration.
  • Engage with Jira for issue tracking and resolution.
  • Review and create technical documentation, reports, and policies.
  • Oversee quality assurance processes related to analytics and security documentation.
Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Security, or Data Analytics.
  • Over 7 years of experience, with a strong background in analytics and security.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
  • Strong expertise in web application scanning and device scanning.
  • Proficiency in Nessus, Security Center, Tenable.IO, and Qualys WAS.
  • Proficiency in Excel data analytics.
  • Excellent technical writing skills with a proven track record in creating and reviewing technical documentation.
  • Strong understanding of quality assurance and security best practices.
  • Relevant certifications such as PMP, CISSP, CISM, or related certifications are a plus.
  • Effective communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • A commitment to staying current with industry trends and security developments.
Desired:
  • Project Management / Scrum
  • PowerShell
  • Excel (Advanced Operations)
  • Azure DevOps
  • SQL Server Management Studio
  • Zero trust architectures

We offer:

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Profit sharing distributed twice a year
  • 15 days of paid time off and 10 paid holidays per year
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Opportunity to work with other talented technical professionals

SharePointXperts is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. 

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