IT Security Operations Analyst

Taurean Corp; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Taurean Corp in Washington, DC, is seeking a Patch Management Specialist to align security processes with standards across a multi-site federal enterprise. You will assess malware impact, inspect vulnerability scans, and manage patch distributions using ELMS and MECM.

The role requires 2 years of patching and vulnerability management experience, knowledge of compliance and policy practices, and the ability to track remediation and document compliance.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with patching and vulnerability management.
• Knowledge of infrastructure and compliance, policies, and practices.
• Experience with vulnerability scan analysis.

Responsibilities

• Align security processes, policies, and procedures with security standards and operational goals.
• Assess malware impact and inspect vulnerability scans.
• Manage distribution of Microsoft operating-system patches and third-party patches using ELMS and MECM.
• Track remediation and compliance; document compliance, policies, and practices.

Skills

Patch management

Vulnerability analysis

MECM

ELMS

Tools

ELMS

MECM

Job description

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT:U.S. Citizenship required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a High-Risk Public Trust clearance (Tier 4). Full adjudication required before starting — no waivers available. Must meet the DOJ residency requirement (3 of the last 5 years in the U.S.). This role supports Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR.

About Taurean

TAUREAN

Taurean is a mission-driven defensive cyber operations firm delivering security engineering, risk management, and compliance execution for federal and regulated environments. Our teams protect operational systems, sensitive data, and high-assurance environments through disciplined engineering, structured compliance frameworks, and operational rigor.

Guided by our vision — Find Relevant Work. Create Meaningful Jobs. Transform Lives — for the Glory of God! — we build teams grounded in accountability, professional growth, and purposeful contribution. Our culture emphasizes strong leadership, family-first principles, and continuous development within a collaborative, performance-focused environment.

About the Role

Work with the Patch Management Team to align security processes, policies, and procedures with security standards and operational goals. You will assess malware impact, inspect vulnerability scans, and manage the distribution of Microsoft and third-party patches across a multi-site federal enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Align security processes, policies, and procedures with security standards and operational goals
• Assess malware impact and inspect vulnerability scans
• Manage the distribution of Microsoft operating-system patches and third-party patches using ELMS (Enterprise Logistics Management System) and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)
• Track remediation and compliance; document compliance, policies, and practices

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with patching and vulnerability management
• Knowledge of infrastructure and skill at compliance, policies, and practices
• Experience with vulnerability scan analysis

Certifications — substitution options

Technical Environment

Schedule & Location

Hybrid — approximately 50% remote / 50% on-site. Primary site: Central Office, Washington, DC. Possible travel to FCC Butner (NC), FCC Allenwood (PA), or FCC Victorville (CA). Government-furnished equipment (laptop, PIV card) provided.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM ET, ~1,992 hours/year. Full-time, W-2.

Eligibility & Clearance

Public Trust Required
U.S. Citizenship is required — non-U.S. citizens are not eligible. Must obtain and maintain a High-Risk Public Trust clearance (Tier 4 background investigation). Full adjudication required before starting — no pre-employment waivers. Must meet DOJ residency requirement (3 of last 5 years in the U.S. or qualifying exception). Work supports Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR; personnel may interact with federal inmates under agency supervision and must follow all institutional security rules.

Taurean is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.