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Vytwo

Network Security Consultant

Prosper, TX · Remote

Blue Bell, PA 100% Remote Required Skills - Expertise in AWS IAM and Azure AD Infrastructure as Code using Terraform K8 & Container Security Vulnerability assessment and resolution Mid-level Project ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Senior Cybersecurity Auditor

$100K - $170K/yr

Wireless vulnerability assessment * Web Services (IIS, Apache, Proxy) * Database (SQL Server ... HBSS (remote console, AV, ABM, PA HIPS, ePO) * Traditional Security (Common, Basic, NCV, SCV)

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How much do remote vulnerability assessment jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote vulnerability assessment in the United States is $74,960.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $93,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Vulnerability Assessment vs Penetration Tester?

AspectRemote Vulnerability AssessmentPenetration Tester
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSPOSCP, CEH, GPEN
Work EnvironmentRemote or on-site, focused on identifying vulnerabilitiesPrimarily on-site or remote, actively exploiting vulnerabilities
Employer & Industry UsageIT security firms, corporate security teamsSecurity consulting firms, cybersecurity teams
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding vulnerability identification rolesUnderstanding active testing and exploitation roles

Remote Vulnerability Assessments focus on identifying security weaknesses through scanning and analysis, often remotely. Penetration Testers actively exploit vulnerabilities to evaluate security defenses. While both roles require cybersecurity certifications and work in similar environments, assessments are more about detection, whereas penetration testing involves active exploitation to test defenses.

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NIH - Vulnerability Assessment Lead

NIH - Vulnerability Assessment Lead

cFocus Software Incorporated

Bethesda, MD • Remote

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

cFocus Software seeks a Vulnerability Assessment Lead to join our program supporting the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This position is fully remote. This position requires a Public Trust or the ability to obtain a public trust clearance.
Qualifications:
  • Public Trust Clearance
  • B.S. Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • 8+ years leading vulnerability assessment or vulnerability management programs.
  • Experience managing enterprise vulnerability scanning solutions.
  • Experience leading penetration testing efforts.
  • Experience supporting Federal cybersecurity programs.
  • Experience with RMF, FISMA, and NIST guidance.
  • Experience developing executive cybersecurity reports.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain NIH suitability/background investigation.

Duties:
  • Lead enterprise vulnerability assessment and vulnerability management operations.
  • Direct vulnerability scanning activities across NIH enterprise systems.
  • Develop enterprise vulnerability management strategies.
  • Establish vulnerability assessment priorities based upon risk.
  • Lead vulnerability remediation initiatives.
  • Coordinate remediation activities across technical teams.
  • Provide technical leadership for vulnerability management projects.
  • Continuously improve enterprise vulnerability management capabilities.
  • Analyze enterprise vulnerability scan results.
  • Perform vulnerability prioritization using risk-based methodologies.
  • Identify critical vulnerabilities requiring immediate remediation.
  • Evaluate exploitability and business impact.
  • Conduct root cause analysis.
  • Develop remediation recommendations.
  • Validate corrective actions.
  • Track vulnerability trends and recurring issues.
  • Coordinating remediation efforts with System Owners.
  • Tracking remediation progress.
  • Monitoring SLA compliance.
  • Escalating critical vulnerabilities within required timeframes.
  • Validating remediation completion.
  • Supporting risk acceptance processes.
  • Reducing enterprise cybersecurity risk.
  • Monitoring aging vulnerabilities.

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