Security Engineer – Vulnerability Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee and enhance the organization's vulnerability management initiative

• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize vulnerabilities across applications, networks, endpoints, cloud infrastructures, and enterprise systems

• Work in partnership with ISSOs and Controls Assessors to gather RMF artifacts and verify the effectiveness of security controls

• Review, provide guidance on, and improve security Control Statements

• Ensure adherence to NIST 800-53, FISMA, and SOX standards

• Execute best practices for vulnerability management, patching, configuration hardening, and risk reduction

• Aid in incident response related to exploited vulnerabilities

• Develop repeatable workflows that support ATO readiness for newly introduced systems

• Convey risk and suggest mitigation strategies

• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of security processes and controls

⛳️ Requirements

• 4–6 years of experience in vulnerability management or a similar information security position

• Advanced proficiency in Tenable Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7, or OpenVAS

• Strong knowledge of vulnerability scanning, assessment, and risk prioritization

• Familiarity with CVSS, NIST 800-53, and OWASP Top 10

• Understanding of OS-level vulnerabilities across Windows, Linux, and macOS

• Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, routers, and switches

• Experience with AWS, Azure, GCP, and cloud-native policies

• Experienced in configuring and working with Identity Providers (IdP)

• Familiarity with patch management tools and processes

• Basic understanding of FISMA and SOX regulations

• Knowledge of NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls

• Ability to evaluate vulnerabilities, identify risks, and assist in incident response

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)

• U.S. Citizenship is required

• Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust security clearance

🏝️ Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive community

• Practical experience opportunities

• Certification support

• Industry-specific training

• Equal employment opportunities for all

• Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities or religious practices

• Benefits information provided by Accenture Federal Services