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Position Title: Vulnerability Management Consultant
Location: Washington, DC; Virginia; Dallas, TX; or Boston, MA (Remote with occasional onsite requirements and up to 10% travel)
Clearance Requirements: None
Position Status: Contract (through December 31, 2026, with potential extension)
Pay Rate: $45-$48/hour
Position Description:
Seneca Resources is seeking an experienced Vulnerability Management Consultant to support enterprise cybersecurity initiatives focused on identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating security vulnerabilities. This hands-on, client-facing role requires expertise with Tenable One and vulnerability management best practices across complex IT environments. The ideal candidate will partner with stakeholders to assess security risks, enhance vulnerability management programs, provide actionable remediation guidance, and deliver meaningful metrics and reporting that drive informed security decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and support vulnerability management assessments across enterprise environments, evaluating people, processes, and technologies.
• Deploy, configure, administer, and optimize Tenable One solutions and associated modules.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and analyze security findings to identify control weaknesses and remediation opportunities.
• Perform root cause analysis and provide actionable recommendations for mitigating vulnerabilities and reducing organizational risk.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders, technical teams, and leadership to develop and implement vulnerability management strategies.
• Prioritize vulnerabilities using industry-standard frameworks and threat intelligence sources, including CVSS, EPSS, CISA KEV, CVE, and CWE.
• Develop executive and operational reporting, dashboards, and metrics using Excel, Power BI, or similar reporting tools.
• Evaluate vulnerability management technologies and support tool selection and implementation initiatives.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and communicate status updates to stakeholders.
• Stay current on emerging cyber threats, vulnerability trends, exploit techniques, and industry best practices.
• Support cybersecurity consulting engagements and contribute to client deliverables, presentations, and recommendations.
Required Skills/Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, vulnerability management, security operations, or related disciplines.
• Hands-on experience deploying, configuring, and operating Tenable One (required).
• Strong knowledge of vulnerability management methodologies, remediation workflows, and risk-based prioritization.
• Experience conducting vulnerability assessments across Windows, Linux, UNIX, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, PCI DSS, COBIT, and ITIL.
• Understanding of OWASP Top 10, cloud security principles, application security, and enterprise security architecture.
• Experience leveraging threat intelligence, CVSS, EPSS, CISA KEV, CVE, and CWE frameworks for vulnerability analysis and prioritization.
• Scripting or automation experience using Python, PowerShell, or similar technologies.
• Experience developing security metrics, KPIs, dashboards, and executive reporting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business-focused recommendations.
• Proven ability to work directly with clients, influence stakeholders, and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Consulting experience preferred.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GSEC, Security+, or similar are highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to support client needs.
About Seneca Resources
At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact. When you work with Seneca, you're choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way. Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.