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Vulnerability Researcher

Arlington, VA

$90,400-$243,100 / year

full-timesenior RemoteFederal Services / Government Contracting

Tech Stack

Description

You will identify weaknesses in networks, systems, and software, and develop risk-based mitigation strategies to strengthen cybersecurity. You'll conduct host-based and network-based scans, track vulnerabilities, and support continuous improvement of the vulnerability management program.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Programming, or related field, or 4 additional years of experience
  • Minimum of 8 years experience in vulnerability analysis or related cybersecurity role
  • Excellent understanding of network security architecture and system/application/network threats and vulnerabilities
  • Experience with vulnerability assessment tools, scanning platforms, and security technologies
  • Must be a US citizen with no dual citizenship
  • Must possess an active Secret clearance

Responsibilities

  • Detect vulnerabilities across networks, operating systems, applications, and software
  • Develop risk-based mitigation strategies
  • Compile, track, and report vulnerabilities and remediation results
  • Create and maintain vulnerability management policies, procedures, and training materials
  • Review and define requirements for information security solutions
  • Conduct network-based scans to identify attack vectors
  • Perform host-based scans to detect vulnerabilities on workstations, servers, and other hosts
  • Use cybersecurity assessment tools and analysis techniques
  • Analyze complex threats and develop actionable mitigation recommendations
  • Support continuous improvement of the vulnerability management program
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