VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT ANALYST

Quantum Research International Inc; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Research International, Inc. is seeking a Vulnerability Management Analyst to support the NGA Defender team in Springfield, VA. The role emphasizes RMF-based assessments, vulnerability scanning, and remediation planning for NGA-authorized systems on-site only.

Ideal candidates will have cybersecurity experience, familiarity with Nessus/ACAS/Tenable, and knowledge of NIST SP 800-37 RMF guidelines. TS/SCI eligibility is preferred; CI polygraph may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technically relevant field preferred or experience with related certifications.
• Experience with vulnerability management tools (Nessus/ACAS/Tenable).
• Knowledge of RMF processes and NIST guidelines (SP 800-37).
• Familiarity with cyber defense auditing and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments of systems and networks to identify deviations from configurations and policies.
• Coordinate remediation actions with system owners and track findings.
• Develop measures of effectiveness for defense-in-depth architectures.
• Identify systemic security issues from vulnerability data and STIGs.
• Prioritize vulnerability reduction activities based on threat data and mission criticality.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and mitigate vulnerabilities in security systems.
• Analyze web application vulnerabilities and advise remediation actions.
• Apply cybersecurity and privacy principles to organizational requirements.

Skills

Nessus

ACAS

Tenable

Vulnerability management

RMF

NIST SP800-37

Threat analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Nessus

ACAS

Ten able

Job description

Overview: Quantum Research International, Inc. (Quantum) is a certified DoD Contractor providing services and products to US/Alliedgovernments and industry in the following main areas: (1) Cybersecurity, High Performance Computing Systems, Cloud Services and Systems; (2) Space and Ground Support Systems; (3) Aviation Systems; (4) Missile Systems; (5) Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning Systems and Experimentation/Training; and (6) Audio Visual Systems and Services. Quantum's Corporate Office is in Huntsville, AL, but Quantum actively hires for positions nationwide and internationally. We pride ourselves on providing high quality support to the U.S. Government and our Nation's Warfighters. In addition to our corporate office, we have physical locations in Aberdeen; MD; Colorado Springs, CO; Orlando, FL; Crestview, FL; Madison, AL, and Tupelo, MS.

Mission:

As a member of the NGA Defender Cybersecurity Vulnerability Management team, the contractor executes the Vulnerability Management aspect of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) in accordance with NIST SP 800-37 R2 (or subsequent versions) and National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency's (NGA) RMF Implementation Guide (RIG) for all NGA-authorized systems. This position supports NGA in Springfield, VA and is on-site only. No remote/hybrid work.

Responsibilities:

• Perform assessments of systems and networks within the network environment or enclave and identify where systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
• Review, promulgate, and track Cyber Task Orders. Coordinate and assist the relevant information system owners to resolve findings.
• Develop measures of effectiveness for defense-in-depth architectures against known vulnerabilities.
• Identify systemic security issues based on the analysis of vulnerability and configuration (STIG) data.
• Prioritize vulnerability reduction activities based on threat data, vulnerability severity, and mission criticality.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and mitigate vulnerabilities in security systems.
• Analyze web application vulnerability assessments to recommend remediation action for known web application vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.
• Apply cybersecurity and privacy principles to organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation).

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (technically relevant degree preferred). In lieu of degree, candidates may qualify with experience combined with one of the following: Security+, PenTest+, GSEC, GICSP, GCSA, GCIH, GCED, FITSP-A, CPTE, Cloud+, RCCE Level 1, CEH (Practical).
• TS/SCI eligible, subject to CI Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology or other relevant fields.
• Experience in vulnerability management using tools such as Nessus, ACAS, Tenable, etc.
• Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies, risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk), and laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity and privacy.
• Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities, and operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses.
• Knowledge of cryptography and cryptographic key management concepts
• Knowledge of applicable cyber defense policies, regulations, and compliance documents specifically related to cyber defense auditing.
• Knowledge of what constitutes a network attack and a network attack's relationship to both threats and vulnerabilities.
• Ability to collaborate with IT asset owners to create vulnerability remediation plans using a positive customer service mindset.

Desired/Preferred Skills:

• Experience with vulnerability and/or threat data visualization (Tableau, etc).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.