Information Systems Security Engineer 0 (ISSE0) (Government)
Core
Configure, operate, and maintain vulnerability scanning tools (Tenable.sc, Nessus) and integrate data into Splunk to identify, track, and remediate security weaknesses while supporting RMF activities and STIG compliance.
Role type
Information Systems Security Engineer (Vulnerability Management & Compliance)
Builds
Vulnerability assessments, compliance reports, and security posture dashboards for Federal Government clients
Domain
Cybersecurity / Information Assurance / Federal Government
Required skills
Vulnerability scanning (Tenable, Nessus), Splunk, STIG compliance, RMF process, Network security (servers, virtualization, firewalls), Security+ or CASP/CISSP certification
Preferred skills
Federal Government program experience, Lab environment testing, SOP development
Technologies
Tenable.sc, Nessus, Splunk, STIGs, NIST 800-53
Responsibilities
Configure and maintain vulnerability scanning tools; Analyze vulnerability data and trends; Conduct STIG compliance scans; Integrate data into Splunk for reporting; Support RMF activities; Assist in developing scanning policies; Support audits and assessments.
Seniority
Entry-level (ISSE0), hands-on IC
