Vulnerability Scanning Administrator Cybersecurity Technical Staff 2 - Los Alamos National Laboratory
Security Engineer
We're looking for a Security Engineer focused on designing and building scalable technical solutions. This lead role requires 7+ years of relevant experience.
About the role
Diagnose and resolve issues with network vulnerability scanning tools, with primary focus on Tenable applications
Partner with network operators and engineers to identify and resolve host discovery tool challenges
Collaborate with development teams to conduct release testing, debug issues, and enhance the Tenable based application
Integrate Tenable based system with external services and data sources through cross-functional team collaboration
Support vulnerability analysts in investigating false positives and conducting risk assessments
Facilitate network audits for security compliance teams
Provide incident response support for host quarantine solutions and scanning-related inquiries
Deliver technical assistance and guidance to system owners and administrators
Develop and maintain comprehensive application documentation for end users and technical staff
Research, evaluate, and recommend new vulnerability scanning and host discovery solutions
Design and maintain monitoring systems for automated data ingestion and processing workflows
Experience maintaining, optimizing, and troubleshooting any industry vulnerability scanning/management tool.
Experience with enterprise level vulnerability management, including configuring scanning, reviewing scan results, reviewing vulnerabilities, troubleshooting false positives/negatives when requested by system admins, and proposing remediation strategies when patching is not available for remediation.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
Strong documentation skills.
Experience administering Tenable Security Center for enterprise-wide vulnerability scanning and assessments.
Proficiency in configuring scan policies, managing scan zones, generating compliance reports, and integrating vulnerability data.
Experience performed credentialed vulnerability scanning with Nessus Agents.
Strong understanding of fundamental networking concepts.
Experience with administering Windows and *NIX in an enterprise environment.
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid maternity and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)