Vulnerability Specialist

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Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Vulnerability Management
Patch Management
Program Development
Regulatory Compliance
Reporting
Servers
Linux
Microsoft SCCM
Microsoft Windows
NIST 800-53
NIST SP 800 Series
OS X
Cyber Security
Documentation
Evaluation

Job Details

Job Title: Vulnerability Consultant NO C2C

Company: CIMA
Location: Remote
Engagement Type: Contract (3 Months)
Hours: Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Position Overview:

CIMA is seeking a Vulnerability Consultant to lead critical security initiatives aimed at reducing system vulnerabilities, establishing a mature patching program, and ensuring alignment with key compliance frameworks. This is a remote, full-time, 3-month contract opportunity ideal for a consultant with deep experience in vulnerability management, patching processes, and compliance readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Vulnerability Reduction:
    Lead efforts to significantly reduce current system vulnerabilities across a variety of endpoints (Windows, Linux, Mac).
  • Patching Program Development:
    Design and implement a sustainable and scalable patch management program to ensure long-term effectiveness.
  • Tool Evaluation:
    Evaluate and recommend alternative patch management tools beyond SCCM to address performance and reliability issues.
  • Compliance Alignment:
    Ensure all patching processes and vulnerability remediation efforts support compliance with:
    • NIST SP 800-171
    • NIST SP 800-53
    • CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)
    • RTDC (Risk Tolerance & Data Classification)
  • Platform Scope:
    Work primarily with Windows-based workstations and servers, with additional responsibilities for some Linux and macOS systems.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in vulnerability management or cybersecurity consulting
  • Proven expertise in designing and implementing enterprise patch management strategies
  • Hands-on experience with SCCM and other patching tools (e.g., Ivanti, BigFix, Tanium, or similar)
  • Strong knowledge of relevant compliance frameworks: NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, CMMC, RTDC
  • Familiarity with mixed OS environments including Windows, Linux, and macOS
  • Ability to assess existing systems and recommend improvements aligned with best practices and compliance mandates

Preferred Skills:

  • Prior experience working with federal contractors or in highly regulated environments
  • Experience troubleshooting and remediating SCCM deployment issues
  • Strong documentation and communication skills for compliance reporting and cross-functional collaboration

CIMA Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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