Vulnerability Assessment Analyst: Tenable/Nessus Expert

Independent Software; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Software in Maryland is seeking a Mid-Level Vulnerability Assessment Analyst to support vulnerability management and continuous monitoring across secure enterprise environments. You will administer Tenable Security Center and Nessus, conduct assessments, analyze results, and work with technical teams to remediate risks.

The role requires hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning, Linux and Windows systems, STIGs, and security assessment technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus seven (7) years of ISSE experience or eleven (11) years of relevant ISSE experience in lieu of degree.
• Current CISSP or higher-level certification is required.
• Active TS SCI with a polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize Tenable Security Center and Nessus infrastructure.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and continuous monitoring using Tenable Security Center and Nessus.
• Install, configure, patch, and maintain Tenable Security Center and Nessus on Linux and Windows systems.
• Configure and fine-tune scanning policies, asset lists, and vulnerability scanning activities.
• Review Nessus/ACAS scan results to identify vulnerabilities and security concerns.
• Mitigate STIG findings on Security Center and Nessus servers.
• Analyze scan results and develop vulnerability assessment reports.
• Monitor and track remediation through resolution.
• Collaborate with information systems security and technical teams to support timely remediation.
• Maintain accurate vulnerability and security records.
• Communicate security posture and risks to technical teams, management, and stakeholders.

Skills

Tenable/Nessus administration

Vulnerability assessments

STIG remediation

Linux/Windows security

Scanning policies

Continuous monitoring

Remediation reporting

Analytics/communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 7 years ISSE

11 years substitution for degree

Job description

Independent Software in Maryland is seeking a Mid-Level Vulnerability Assessment Analyst to support vulnerability management and continuous monitoring across secure enterprise environments. You will administer Tenable Security Center and Nessus, conduct assessments, analyze results, and work with technical teams to remediate risks.

The role requires hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning, Linux and Windows systems, STIGs, and security assessment technologies.