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ESM

Cloud Security Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

Be able to utilize security monitoring and assessment tools such as Splunk, Nessus, Tenable Security Center, and enterprise firewall platforms including Palo Alto, Imperva, and Fortinet. Required ...

ESM

Cloud Security Engineer

Washington, DC

Be able to utilize security monitoring and assessment tools such as Splunk, Nessus, Tenable Security Center, and enterprise firewall platforms including Palo Alto, Imperva, and Fortinet. Required ...

ESM

Cloud Security Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

Be able to utilize security monitoring and assessment tools such as Splunk, Nessus, Tenable Security Center, and enterprise firewall platforms including Palo Alto, Imperva, and Fortinet.Required ...

Tammina

Security Engineer

Washington, DC

Desired Experience: 1. O&M support for hardware, Linux OS and critical security tools 2. Tenable Security Center; vulnerability and compliance assessments, results analysis, process improvement 3. ...

TecTammina

Security Engineer

Washington, DC

Desired Experience: 1. O&M support for hardware, Linux OS and critical security tools 2. Tenable Security Center; vulnerability and compliance assessments, results analysis, process improvement 3. ...

Momentum Engineering, Inc.

ME00619-ISSE 2

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$130K - $180K/yr

Conduct vulnerability management utilizing enterprise security tools including Tenable Security Center, Nessus, and related vulnerability assessment platforms * Perform and review technical security ...

Integral

Security Analyst

Mclean, VA

$137K - $164K/yr

Tenable Certified Security Engineer. Three (3) years' experience with Tenable Security Center and Nessus. One (1) year Nessus Attack Scripting Language experience. * One (1) year operations center ...

TecTammina

security Engineer

Washington, DC

$63 - $70/hr

Desired Experience: 1. O&M support for hardware, Linux OS and critical security tools 2. Tenable Security Center; vulnerability and compliance assessments, results analysis, process improvement 3. ...

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Security Engineer, Vulnerability Management (ACAS/Tenable.sc) - Secret clearance

PGTEK

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Security Engineer, Vulnerability Management (ACAS/Tenable.sc)
About the Role
PGTEK is seeking a Security Engineer, Vulnerability Management with a Secret clearance (or higher) to administer and optimize our Tenable.sc/ACAS environment, drive vulnerability remediation across enterprise systems, and support compliance with DoD STIG and RMF requirements.
This is a hands-on role that combines deep Tenable platform expertise with Windows/Linux administration, vulnerability analysis, system hardening, and cross-team collaboration. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a DoD or federal environment and be comfortable managing vulnerability scanning and remediation across complex enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
Tenable Security Center / ACAS
  • Administer and optimize Tenable.sc and Nessus, including scan policies, scan zones, repositories, credentials, and audit files.
  • Perform credentialed vulnerability scans, STIG compliance scans, discovery scans, and port scans.
  • Analyze and interpret STIGs, CKLs, ACAS/Tenable findings, and vulnerability results to support compliance and risk reduction.
  • Leverage Windows and Linux administration skills to support and troubleshoot authenticated vulnerability scanning.
  • Conduct false-positive analysis and validation to ensure accurate vulnerability reporting.
  • Collaborate with Cloud, Network, Platform, Security, and Engineering teams to drive vulnerability remediation and system hardening.
Vulnerability Coverage & Asset Discovery
  • Identify and close gaps in vulnerability scan coverage to ensure comprehensive visibility across the environment.
  • Perform asset discovery and maintain accurate inventories to ensure all in-scope systems are included in scanning cycles.
  • Analyze scan results to identify coverage gaps, unscanned assets, and compliance blind spots.
  • Recommend corrective actions to improve vulnerability visibility, scanning effectiveness, and overall security posture

Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in vulnerability management, information assurance, or systems security, preferably within a DoD or federal environment.
  • Hands-on experience administering Tenable.sc, Nessus, and ACAS in a DoD or federal environment.
  • Working knowledge of DoD STIGs, CKLs, and RMF processes.
  • Strong Windows and Linux administration experience.
  • Active DoD Secret clearance required; clearance must be current and verifiable.
  • DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II baseline certification required, such as:
    • CompTIA Security+ CE
    • CySA+
    • GSEC
    • SSCP
    • CCNA-Security
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical teams.
Work Location & Travel
This is a hybrid position. Candidates must live within approximately 90 minutes of one of the following locations:
  • Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Ogden, UT
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Montgomery, AL
  • Fort Meade, MD

Approximately 25% travel may be required to DISA locations.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $130,000-$160,000
PGTEK offers the opportunity to work on long-term federal technology programs while supporting mission-critical cybersecurity and infrastructure initiatives.
Contract Length: 10 years
Start Date: ASAP
Benefits
Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered. Additionally, PGTEK offers a matching 401(k) plan and a discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance. An Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees. PGTEK offers a generous amount of PTO and Holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment.
ABOUT PGTEK
PGTEK is a true consulting organization dedicated to helping clients achieve their business and technology objectives utilizing our decades of experience and business relationships. PGTEK invests in the educational advancements of our staff by providing the necessary resources to complete Professional and Business Certifications. Our company is our people, and we treat them like family.
EOE, including disability/veterans

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