Verigent · 5 hours ago
Tenable Engineer (Secret Cleared)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $105K/yr
6+ years expVerigent is seeking a Tenable Engineer responsible for the design, deployment, configuration, and management of Tenable solutions to maintain a robust vulnerability management program. The role requires expertise in Tenable Nessus and Tenable.io, along with knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Matthew Casey
Responsibilities
Install, configure, and maintain Tenable solutions (Nessus, Tenable.sc, Tenable.io) to support organizational vulnerability management
Customize scan policies to address specific security requirements and business needs
Conduct vulnerability assessments and ensure accurate detection of security threats
Analyze scan results, prioritize vulnerabilities, and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate risks
Work with IT and development teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities
Integrate Tenable solutions with existing security tools (e.g., SIEMs, CMDBs, and ticketing systems)
Automate vulnerability management workflows using APIs and scripting
Support compliance initiatives by mapping scan results to relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA, NIST, etc.)
Generate and present detailed reports to stakeholders, including executive summaries for management
Collaborate with security operations and IT teams to enhance overall security posture
Participate in security incident response as needed, leveraging Tenable tools for investigations
Stay updated on the latest trends in vulnerability management and Tenable product updates
Provide training and guidance to team members on Tenable solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience
6-10 years of hands-on experience with Tenable Nessus, Tenable.io, and/or Tenable.sc
Strong understanding of vulnerability management lifecycle, CVSS scoring, and risk assessment methodologies
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation
Experience with integrating Tenable solutions into broader IT ecosystems (e.g., SIEMs, ticketing tools)
Knowledge of TCP/IP, networking protocols, and common security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS)
Active Secret Clearance is required
Company
Verigent
Verigent is a nationally recognized leader in Telecom and IT staffing, helping organizations solve workforce challenges with flexible, tailored solutions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rebecca Hardin
CFO
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