Vulnerability Assessment Analyst (WASA/MASA)

Saic; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Vulnerability Assessment Analyst to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will perform security assessments on web and mobile applications, utilizing industry-standard tools to identify vulnerabilities and compliance issues. Your expertise will help in producing detailed reports and impact assessments, ensuring the security of critical systems. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely while contributing to meaningful projects that protect and serve. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in security assessments for large enterprise systems.
• Thorough understanding of OWASP top 10 vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments on web and mobile applications.
• Produce detailed reports based on assessment results.

Skills

Vulnerability Assessment

Security Assessments

Communication Skills

Analytical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Planning and Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Cybersecurity Certification (C-EH or PenTest+)

Tools

Burp Suite

Kali Linux

NMAP

Job description

Vulnerability Assessment Analyst (WASA/MASA)

Job ID: 2505499
Location: REMOTE WORK, VA, United States
Date Posted: May 10, 2025
Category: Cyber
Subcategory: Cyber Engineer
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust
Potential for Remote Work: Remote
Benefits: Click here

• Perform security assessments against web and mobile applications for vulnerabilities, security misconfigurations, and compliance-related concerns
• Utilizes a variety of industry standard security tools to conduct manual-based security assessments
• Utilizes a variety of industry standard security tools to conduct automated scans against web and mobile applications
• Reviews new vulnerabilities as they are published and develop impact assessments
• Determines risk from vulnerabilities based on availability of exploit and potential loss of information and IT services capabilities
• Produces detailed reports (automated and manual) based on results from assessments and have the ability to explain in detail to customers

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust
• 7+ years of related work experience
• Experience with conducting security assessments of large enterprise systems and applications. Experience with doing this for Federal Government agencies is a plus
• Experience with vulnerability scanning and discovery tools like Burp Suite, Kali Linux, NMAP, etc
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) top 10
• Must have C-EH or PenTest+ certification
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team of peers

Job Description

Description

Duties:

• Perform security assessments against web and mobile applications for vulnerabilities, security misconfigurations, and compliance-related concerns
• Utilizes a variety of industry standard security tools to conduct manual-based security assessments
• Utilizes a variety of industry standard security tools to conduct automated scans against web and mobile applications
• Reviews new vulnerabilities as they are published and develop impact assessments
• Determines risk from vulnerabilities based on availability of exploit and potential loss of information and IT services capabilities
• Produces detailed reports (automated and manual) based on results from assessments and have the ability to explain in detail to customers

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust
• 7+ years of related work experience
• Experience with conducting security assessments of large enterprise systems and applications. Experience with doing this for Federal Government agencies is a plus
• Experience with vulnerability scanning and discovery tools like Burp Suite, Kali Linux, NMAP, etc
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) top 10
• Must have C-EH or PenTest+ certification
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team of peers

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

Overview

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 technology integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.4 billion. For more information, visit saic.com . For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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