Nightwing · 2 months ago
Vulnerability Assessment Team Lead
Pensacola, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expNightwing Technologies is a provider of advanced cyber and data operations services. They are seeking a Vulnerability Assessment Team Lead to oversee cybersecurity vulnerability assessment operations, ensuring the security of systems and networks while providing leadership and mentorship to the team.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Vulnerability Assessment Team in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security vulnerabilities
Oversee vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and risk assessment processes to ensure compliance with best practices and regulatory standards
Develop, implement, and improve vulnerability management strategies, guidelines, and frameworks
Prioritize security flaws and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate risks effectively
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security solutions and remediation plans
Monitor emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends to enhance the organization’s posture proactively
Prepare detailed technical reports, risk assessments, and executive summaries for stakeholders
Provide mentorship, training, and professional development to team members
Ensure the team operates efficiently and adheres to project timelines and organizational standards
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must have active/current Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
Must be able to receive DHS suitability prior to starting employment
10+ years of directly relevant experience in cybersecurity and vulnerability management and information assurance
Proven leadership experience, ideally in managing cybersecurity teams
Solid understanding of vulnerability assessment tools such as Tenable, Wiz, and other vulnerability assessment tools
Experience in penetration testing, risk assessment, and vulnerability management
Ability to communicate technical findings to non-technical stakeholders clearly and effectively
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent oral and verbal communication
Experience and/or familiarity with Secure Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVA), DCID 6/3, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) and other tools using industry best practices
DoD 8570.1-M Compliance at IAT Level I or equivalency (e.g., Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)) certification required
Ten (10) or more years of systems development experience required. [A Master's degree in a related discipline may substitute for four (4) years of experience. A PhD may substitute for six (6) years of experience.]
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cyber Engineering or a related discipline is required. [Twelve (12) years of experience (for a total of twenty (20) or more years) may be substituted for a degree.]
Preferred
Experience working in government or defense environments
Knowledge of IT infrastructure, including network design, operating systems, and cloud platforms
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP) or similar certification
Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) or Information System Security Architect Professional (ISSAP) certification
SourceFire Certified Professional (SFCP) certification
Company
Nightwing
We are the intelligence services company that continually redefines the edge of the possible to keep advancing our national security interests.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase