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Agile Defense

ACAS Administrator - Senior Level

Quantico, VA · On-site

$91K - $123K/yr

Maintain connectivity between Nessus Scanners, Passive Vulnerability Scanners (PVS), and the associated Security Center (SC) platform. * Develop, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures ...

Agile Defense

ACAS Administrator - Senior Level

Quantico, VA · On-site

$91K - $123K/yr

Maintain connectivity between Nessus Scanners, Passive Vulnerability Scanners (PVS), and the associated Security Center (SC) platform. * Develop, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures ...

Jobtailor

Configuration Hardening Specialist

Manassas, VA · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Experience with Tenable Nessus, including development/customization of compliance audit files. * Experience in risk analysis of identified deviations to security related controls. * Minimum of 2 ...

ASRC Federal Holding

ACAS Engineer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$140K - $156K/yr

Hands-on experience with the Tenable ACAS suite (Nessus, SecurityCenter/Tenable.sc, Nessus Manager and Nessus Agent) is required. * Active Secret Clearance REQUIRED, eligible to be upgraded to TS/SCI

asrcfh

ACAS Engineer

Fort George G Meade, MD · Hybrid

Hands-on experience with the Tenable ACAS suite (Nessus, SecurityCenter/Tenable.sc, Nessus Manager and Nessus Agent) is required. * Active Secret Clearance REQUIRED, eligible to be upgraded to TS/SCI

asrcfh

ACAS Engineer

Fort George G Meade, MD · Hybrid

Hands-on experience with the Tenable ACAS suite (Nessus, SecurityCenter/Tenable.sc, Nessus Manager and Nessus Agent) is required. * Active Secret Clearance REQUIRED, eligible to be upgraded to TS/SCI

Integral

Network Computer System Administrator

Mclean, VA · On-site

$137K - $164K/yr

One (1) year Nessus Attack Scripting Language experience. * One (1) year operations center/call center, or technical helpdesk experience. * SME on policy Development, implementation, and reporting of ...

Integral

Network Computer System Administrator

Mclean, VA · On-site

$137K - $164K/yr

One (1) year Nessus Attack Scripting Language experience. * One (1) year operations center/call center, or technical helpdesk experience. * SME on policy Development, implementation, and reporting of ...

gTANGIBLE

System Administrator

Arlington, VA · On-site

At least five (5) years of experience providing Tier 3 support for Tenable.sc, RedSeal, and other Nessus products. * Ability to work independently/minimal oversight. * Required Certifications: CISSP ...

DANE LLC

Vulnerability Management Analyst

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

We are seeking a Vulnerability Management Analyst (Tenable/Nessus & Metrics ) to support vulnerability tracking, remediation coordination, and security metrics reporting in a federal technology ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for nessus in Washington is $156,009.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $125,700.00 and $195,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Nessus job typically involves using Tenable's Nessus vulnerability scanner to assess network security by identifying weaknesses, misconfigurations, and vulnerabilities in systems. Security professionals in this role configure and run scans, analyze results, and provide remediation recommendations to improve cybersecurity posture. Nessus jobs are commonly held by penetration testers, security analysts, and IT administrators responsible for maintaining secure environments.

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Infographic showing various Nessus job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $156,009 per year, or $75 per hour.

Desktop Technician [Must Vulnerability assessment, Nessus, MECM, and Intune] - Herndon, VA/On-S

Herndon, VA • On-site

STI
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$20.75 - $26.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Endpoint Management & Vulnerability Analyst
Location: Herndon, VA
Duration: 12 months
Candidate must be a U.S. citizen and hold ONLY U.S. citizenship.
Candidate will be required to be in the Herndon office 4 days a week
The Endpoint Management Vulnerability team is seeking a dedicated individual to identify, assess, and mitigate security vulnerabilities within the organization's IT Endpoint infrastructure. This role involves conducting regular vulnerability assessments, coordinating with both on-site and remote user workstations, and implementing necessary security measures. Additional responsibilities include answering tier 3 helpdesk tickets, working with programs like SCCM and Intune, and supporting A/V equipment within the Herndon office.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor vulnerability scans on systems and applications.
Mitigate vulnerabilities by contacting users and remotely patching laptops.
Identify and document security vulnerabilities, recommending remediation strategies.
Collaborate with IT teams to ensure vulnerabilities are addressed promptly.
Develop and maintain vulnerability management procedures and documentation.
Conduct security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with security policies.
Stay up to date on emerging security threats, technologies, and best practices.
Assist in security audits by third-party entities.
Provide technical support to users as needed.
Support office A/V equipment as required.
Work within Intune and SCCM to maintain endpoint management.
Support the Asset Management team, including tasks such as creating/updating asset records and distributing assets to Herndon employees.
Qualifications:
4+ years of experience in Windows IT Services End-User Support or Endpoint Administration.
Experience with vulnerability assessment and management.
Familiarity with security tools such as Nessus, MECM, and Intune.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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