Senior Vulnerability Analysis SME: Risk Remediation Expert

Via Logic LLC; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Vulnerability Analysis Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join the Digital Sector in our Lorton, VA office. The role focuses on identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, remediating, and risk-based decision making across sensitive and classified information systems, delivering actionable guidance to engineers, system owners, and leadership.

You will employ CVSS, threat intelligence, RMF, and effective vulnerability management tools (Nessus, Tenable) while mentoring junior staff and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related discipline plus cybersecurity experience.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed analysis of vulnerabilities affecting enterprise systems, networks, and devices.
• Assess vulnerability risk using CVSS, KEV, EPSS, and threat intel.
• Research emerging vulnerabilities and recommend remediation or risk-acceptance actions.
• Administer vulnerability tools (Tenable/Nessus) and ensure scan accuracy.
• Develop credentialed scanning strategies and troubleshoot coverage.
• Monitor threat intel and coordinate with teams to respond to findings.
• Collaborate with system owners to validate findings and plan mitigations.

Skills

Vulnerability analysis

Risk assessment

Automation tools (UIPath)

Security architecture

Windows

Linux

Communication to leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/Info Assurance/CS/IS/Engineering

Master's degree in Cybersecurity/Info Assurance/CS/IS/Engineering

Tools

Tenable Security Center

Nessus

Splunk

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Vulnerability Analysis Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join the Digital Sector in our Lorton, VA office. The role focuses on identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, remediating, and risk-based decision making across sensitive and classified information systems, delivering actionable guidance to engineers, system owners, and leadership.

You will employ CVSS, threat intelligence, RMF, and effective vulnerability management tools (Nessus, Tenable) while mentoring junior staff and