ISSE Vulnerability Assessment Analyst 1, Part-time (AE)

AEITS Inc. a GTSC company is growing its team! Seeking a Vulnerability Assessment Analyst - Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) Level 1.

Location: Annapolis Junction MD

Part Time Evenings and Weekends

All work is on-site. This is not a hybrid or remote position.

Mission:

Develops maintains and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g. processing-intensive analytics novel algorithm development manipulation of extremely large data sets real-time systems and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements.

Requirements:

• Part Time Evenings and Weekends.
• Required Skills and Experience and Tools.
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs Tenable Audit files and / or CIS Benchmarks.
• Hands-on operational experience with enterprise vulnerability management and scanning solutions such as Tenable.
• Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities
  Working knowledge of networking Linux/Unix Windows administration patch deployment and system configuration.

Preferred Skills and Experience and Tools:

• In-depth knowledge of vulnerability assessment methodologies tools and best practices
  Self-starter ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team including the ability and desire to own every aspect of a task from start to finish.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.

Education and Experience

• HS or GED with 11 years of Experience;
  or
• Bachelors Degree with 7 years of experience.
  
  

Certifications:

• IAT Level 2: CEH CompTIA Security CE

Position Description:

• Maintain and optimize the Tenable Security Center infrastructure.
• Conduct regular security patching assessments and scans on Linux Security Center servers using Tenable Nessus.
• Mitigate STIGS/Vulnerabilities on Tenable Linux Security Center Servers and Windows/Linux Nessus Scanning Servers.
• Install and update Tenable Nessus Software on Linux/Windows Scanning Servers.
• Install and update Tenable Security Center Software on Linux Servers.
• Configure and fine-tune scanning policies and asset lists to ensure thorough vulnerability coverage.
• Keep abreast of the latest Tenable Security Center features and updates.
• Perform regular vulnerability assessments of multiple device types and Operating Systems using Tenable Security Center.
• Utilize Nessus Scanning Tool to identify vulnerabilities across customer assets on a Continuous Monitoring basis.
• Review Nessus/ACAS scan results and provide direction where required.
• Recognizes potential successful and unsuccessful scan results for efficiency in reporting compromises thorough reviews and analyses of relevant event detail and summary information.
• Analyze scan results and generate comprehensive vulnerability reports.
• Monitor and track vulnerability remediation progress.
• Collaborate with ISS and other teams to ensure timely vulnerability remediation.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders about the security posture and potential risks.
• Prepare and deliver clear and concise reports to management and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of security incidents and vulnerabilities.

BENEFITS - Full-time Employees

• 401K with employer contribution. Fully vested at 1 year anniversary.
• Five (5) weeks comprehensive annual leave (25 workdays).
• Additional leave can be earned in lieu of overtime.
• 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays.
• Up to $5000 annually for individually tailored education / training program.
• All education plans must be pre-approved by Advantage Engineering management.
• Life Insurance at 1x annual salary with employee option to purchase additional coverage for self and dependents.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• We contribute a generous portion towards the cost of monthly medical plans for any of the three medical 1 dental and 1 vision plan provided by CareFirst.
• All employees are eligible to earn generous incentives and performance bonuses.

AEITS a GTSC company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of sex race color creed national origin religion age marital status pregnancy physical mental or sensory disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or any other basis protected by federal state or local law. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

GTSC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and require assistance with our online application process please tell us how we can help by contacting us at

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Required Experience:

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