Vulnerability Assessment Engineer

pacificlife; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Wellbeing Reimbursement Account

Paid Time Off and holidays

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401k with company match

Job summary

Pacific Life is seeking a Vulnerability Assessment Engineer to join the Cyber Operations Team in Newport Beach, CA. You will operate enterprise vulnerability assessments across on-premises, cloud, endpoints, network, and applications, and optimize tools for risk-based remediation.

Responsibilities include scheduling, credential management, and process validation. 2+ years in information security, vulnerability scanners, and cloud security are preferred, with certifications such as Security+ or

Qualifications

• 2+ years of information security experience including vulnerability management.
• Experience with vulnerability management tools, scanners, cloud security and attack-surface monitoring.
• Ability to assess risk and coordinate effective response.
• Flexible, proactive, with strong relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate enterprise vulnerability assessment activities across on-prem, cloud, endpoints, network, and applications.
• Administer and optimize vulnerability management technologies and scanning platforms.
• Oversee scan scheduling, credential management, exceptions, and validation processes.
• Improve vulnerability identification through continual tuning of assessment methods.
• Author and maintain procedures and work instructions.

Skills

Vulnerability management

Cloud security

Risk assessment

Relationship building

Tools

ServiceNow

Jira

Vulnerability scanners

Job description

Vulnerability Assessment Engineer

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead - our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate - pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future - including your own. We’re actively seeking a talented Vulnerability Assessment Engineer to join our Cyber Operations Team in Newport Beach, CA.

How you'll help move us forward:

• Perform daily operation of enterprise vulnerability assessment activities across on-premises, cloud, endpoint, network, and application environments.
• Administer and optimize vulnerability management technologies, including scanning platforms, asset discovery capabilities, and risk-based vulnerability management solutions.
• Oversee scan scheduling, credential management, exception handling, and validation processes.
• Monitor and improve vulnerability identification effectiveness through continual tuning and enhancement of assessment methodologies.
• Author, update, and maintain procedures and work instructions.

The experience you bring:

• 2+ years of experience within information security that includes experience within vulnerability management.
• Experience with the vulnerability management tools such as vulnerability scanners, cloud security, attack-surface monitoring and integrating ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Jira, etc.).
• Understanding of vulnerability exploitation attacks, ability to assess risk and coordinate effective response.
• Flexible and adaptable self-starter with strong relationship-building skills.

What makes you stand out:

• Relevant certifications such as Security+, PenTest+, CEH, GWAPT, GPEN or equivalent experience and skills.
• Strong understanding of several technologies including vulnerability assessment and vulnerability prioritization tools.
• Familiarity with assessing vulnerabilities within cloud environments.
• Online community profiles for cybersecurity training programs such as HacktheBox or TryHackMe.

You can be who you are.

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential. What's life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

Base Pay Range

The base pay range noted represents the company's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$45.00 - $55.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we're committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we've got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

EEO Statement

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.