IA Security Administrator | Vulnerability Assessor

3500 Square LLC

$90K — $110K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience with DoD cybersecurity tools like ACAS, DISA STIGs, and eMASS.
  • Knowledge of vulnerability management and Information Assurance operations in a DoD context.
  • Ability to analyze vulnerability data with effective mitigation recommendations.
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks and security reporting requirements.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Tier 3/NACLC) clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Perform scheduled and on-demand vulnerability scans using tools like ACAS, SCAP, and SCC.
  • Analyze scan results to identify security risks and provide detailed mitigation reports.
  • Track and report compliance with Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs).
  • Collaborate with IT and security teams to fix identified vulnerabilities.
  • Maintain accurate logs, dashboards, and documentation for audits and compliance.
  • Contribute to improvements in vulnerability management and security practices.

Benefits

  • Remote work opportunity available to candidates across the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
  • Engagement in a large-scale federal IT environment, enhancing cybersecurity posture.
  • Collaboration with experienced cybersecurity professionals and teams.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning in vulnerability management practices.
  • Potential for career growth within a federal contracting context.
Full Job Description
IA Security Administrator | Vulnerability Assessment Analyst

Location: Remote - Available across U.S. and Puerto Rico

Clearance Level: Public Trust (ADP/IT-II); Tier 3 Investigation (NACLC)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required

Summary

We are seeking candidates for a potential opportunity as IA Security Administrator | Vulnerability Assessment Analyst to join our team supporting a large-scale federal IT environment. This role is crucial for maintaining the cybersecurity posture of enterprise systems through proactive vulnerability assessments, compliance checks, and mitigation tracking.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform scheduled and ad hoc vulnerability scans using tools such as ACAS (e.g., Nessus), SCAP, and SCC.
  • Analyze vulnerability scan results, identify potential security risks, and produce detailed reports with mitigation recommendations.
  • Support tracking and reporting of Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs) compliance.
  • Collaborate with system administrators, security engineers, and other cybersecurity personnel to remediate identified vulnerabilities.
  • Maintain accurate logs, dashboards, and documentation to support audits, inspections, and compliance efforts.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of vulnerability management processes and security practices across enterprise environments.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Experience using DoD cybersecurity tools such as ACAS, DISA STIGs, and eMASS.
  • Knowledge of vulnerability management processes or experience in Information Assurance operations within a DoD environment.
  • Ability to analyze vulnerability data and recommend effective mitigation strategies.
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks and security reporting requirements.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Tier 3/NACLC) clearance.

Education & Certifications
  • Required (Foundational - one of the following):
    • Bachelor's degree in IT / Cybersecurity / Data Science / IS / CS (ABET or CAE accredited),
    • OR CEH, CySA+, PenTest+, or GICSP.
  • CE: Not applicable for this role.

Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award. Candidates selected will be notified once the award has been confirmed.

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