Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Perform regular vulnerability scans across enterprise servers, applications, and infrastructure using industry-standard tools (e.g., Tenable Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7).
• Analyze scan results, assess risk severity, validate findings, and prioritize remediation activities in coordination with system owners and engineering teams.
• Develop, maintain, and operate a vulnerability management program, including tracking, reporting, and remediation metrics for leadership.
• Apply and validate security patches, OS updates, and software upgrades on enterprise servers (Windows and Linux).
• Coordinate with infrastructure, application, and DevOps teams to ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities while minimizing operational impact.
• Support compliance with security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST 800-te, CIS Benchmarks, DISA STIG)
• Develop and maintain patch baselines, golden images, and configuration standards to reduce vulnerability recurrence.
• Document vulnerability management process, create runbooks, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in security audits, assessments, and reporting activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience: 5+ years of related experience.
• Active SECRET clearance.
• Ability to resolve complex IT challenges.
• Proven track record of excellence in IT security, vulnerability management, or system administration.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools.
• Experience with patch management and tools/solutions.
• Strong understanding of Windows and Linux server administration.
• Knowledge of CVSS scoring, CVE tracking, and vulnerability prioritization.
• Knowledge of networking concepts, firewalls, and enterprise security practices.
• Strong problems solving skills.
• Excellent communications and documentation skills.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working with Federal and Department of Defense customers desired.
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