Senior Endpoint Security Engineer - Linux & Tenable Expert

CACI; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Senior Endpoint Security Engineer to join the Transport & Cybersecurity Services team in Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO.

You will administer Tenable Suite on Linux, perform vulnerability scans, and work with IT/security teams to remediate findings. Requirements include TS/SCI clearance, DoD 8570 IAT Level II, CSSP Infrastructure certification within 6 months of hire, and a Bachelor's in a STEM field with 10 years in cyber security.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance (current) with ability to pass a Government polygraph after hire.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certified (current).
• CSSP Infrastructure Support certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field and 10 years of cyber security experience.
• Working knowledge of Tenable Suite: Security Center, Nessus Scanners, and Nessus Manager.
• Solid Linux expertise and experience with large-scale enterprise networks.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Tenable Security Center, Tenable Nessus Scanners, and Tenable Nessus Managers on Linux platforms.
• Perform regular vulnerability scans and assessments across the organization's network using Tenable products
• Analyze scan results and prioritize vulnerabilities based on severity and impact.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities.
• Generate and distribute vulnerability reports to stakeholders.
• Monitor security alerts and respond to incidents in a timely manner.
• Stay updated on the latest security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Provide training and support to users on the Tenable Security Center, Tenable Nessus Scanners, and Tenable Nessus Managers on Linux
• Ensure the optimal performance and security of the Tenable environment on Linux platforms
• Configure and install various security products utilizing Linux OS.

Skills

Tenable Suite administration

Linux administration

Vulnerability management

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

Security reporting and metrics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Tenable Security Center

Nessus Scanners

Nessus Manager

Job description

CACI is seeking a Senior Endpoint Security Engineer to join the Transport & Cybersecurity Services team in Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO.

You will administer Tenable Suite on Linux, perform vulnerability scans, and work with IT/security teams to remediate findings. Requirements include TS/SCI clearance, DoD 8570 IAT Level II, CSSP Infrastructure certification within 6 months of hire, and a Bachelor's in a STEM field with 10 years in cyber security.