Cybersecurity Security Operations Consultant

Guidehouse•Tysons Corner, VA

7d•$98,000 - $163,000

About The Position

Lead vulnerability management and secure configuration operations, ensuring alignment with federal cybersecurity mandates. Manage, monitor, and report vulnerabilities across NIH/HHS systems using tools such as Tenable.sc / Tenable.io and coordinate timely remediation activities. Develop vulnerability prioritization models based on risk, exposure, and asset criticality. Develop secure configuration baselines and monitoring processes based on CIS Benchmarks. Ensure compliance with patching timelines and federal vulnerability directives. Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and security teams to validate remediation actions. Support preparation of reports for leadership and federal oversight bodies. Develop KPI metrics for vulnerability and compliance gap closure rates, asset risk scoring, and compliance tracking.

Requirements

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY and maintain an active HHS/NIH clearance are preferred.
Minimum of THREE (3) years of cybersecurity or IT risk management experience, candidates with experience focused on vulnerability management and/or secure configuration are preferred.
Minimum of a Bachelors Degree is required
Tools: Hands-on experience with Tenable (Nessus, Tenable.sc, or Tenable.io).
Knowledge: Deep understanding of CIS Benchmarks, NIST SP 800-53, and FISMA requirements.
Certifications: Active CompTIA Security+ CE preferred. Other certifications (CISSP, CEH, or cloud-related) are a plus.
Soft Skills: Strong communication and analytical thinking; ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing automated data pipelines or integrating Tenable APIs into Power BI dashboards.
Familiarity with ServiceNow Vulnerability Response or Splunk Security Essentials.
Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework and vulnerability prioritization methodologies (e.g., EPSS, CVSS v3).
Prior experience within a federal or HHS environment.

Responsibilities

Lead vulnerability management and secure configuration operations, ensuring alignment with federal cybersecurity mandates.
Manage, monitor, and report vulnerabilities across NIH/HHS systems using tools such as Tenable.sc / Tenable.io and coordinate timely remediation activities.
Develop vulnerability prioritization models based on risk, exposure, and asset criticality.
Develop secure configuration baselines and monitoring processes based on CIS Benchmarks.
Ensure compliance with patching timelines and federal vulnerability directives.
Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and security teams to validate remediation actions.
Support preparation of reports for leadership and federal oversight bodies.
Develop KPI metrics for vulnerability and compliance gap closure rates, asset risk scoring, and compliance tracking.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus