Our government client is looking for experienced IT Security Analyst on a remote 12+ months renewable contract opportunity in Columbia, SC.
Role: IT Security Analyst
Daily Duties / Responsibilities:
• Assist with the statewide vulnerability management program for DIS.
• Administer vulnerability management platforms, configure policies, reporting, and services to support agencies.
• Analyze vulnerabilities, prioritize remediation, and document residual risks for agency systems.
• Provide training and guidance to agencies on vulnerability management practices.
• Support procurement, configuration, and utilization of vulnerability management tools.
• Develop POA&Ms with DIS staff and agencies to track remediation efforts against SLOs.
• Perform system criticality validation reviews with agencies to align severity levels and risk exposure.
• Provide regular reporting and communication to stakeholders regarding vulnerabilities and risks.
REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
• 5+ Years of Experience with vulnerability management tools (Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7).
• 5+ Years of Experience with architecting, deploying, configuring, and operating vulnerability management platforms.
• 5+ Years of Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• 5+ Years of Experience with interpreting and applying CVSS ratings, POA&M tracking, and risk mitigation strategies.
PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
• Familiarity with standards such as PCI DSS, NIST, ITIL, CVSS, and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Experience in application security and automation/scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Prior experience leading statewide or enterprise-wide vulnerability programs.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor''s degree in information technology or information security related field
• Eight years of relevant work experience may be substituted in lieu of education OR Five years of experience in supporting enterprise IT environments and/or system deployments
PREFERRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
• CISSP, CISA, CISO or equivalent advanced security certification.
• Additional relevant certifications (e.g., CEH, OSCP, GPEN).
About Vector:
Vector Consulting, Inc., (Headquartered in Atlanta) is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. Since our founding in 1990, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization''s operating philosophy and commitment to ** People, Partnerships, Purpose and Performance - THE VECTOR WAY
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