Workstation Vulnerability Remediation

Role: Workstation Vulnerability Remediation

Location: Madison, WI (Remote)

Contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Vulnerability Assessment :
  • Conduct regular vulnerability scans using tools like Qualys, Cisco vulnerability Management (Kenna) and SCCM.
  • Identify and classify vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications.
  • Analyze vulnerability scan results and provide detailed reports on identified issues.
• Risk Analysis :
  • Prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk level, severity, and potential business impact.
  • Assess the effectiveness of current security controls and recommend improvements.
• Remediation & Mitigation :
  • Collaborate with IT teams to implement remediation actions and mitigate identified risks.
  • Track progress and ensure timely resolution of vulnerabilities.
• Reporting & Documentation :
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation on vulnerability management processes and findings.
  • Prepare detailed reports for senior management, highlighting critical vulnerabilities and remediation efforts.
• Vulnerability Management Program Development :
  • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the organization's vulnerability management processes.
  • Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for vulnerability management tasks.
• Compliance & Standards :
  • Assist in audit preparation and support compliance efforts related to vulnerability management.
• Collaboration :
  • Work closely with other security teams, system administrators and end users to address vulnerabilities and ensure appropriate fixes are in place.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience :
  • 4+ years of experience in vulnerability management, information security, or related field.
  • Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g. Qualys, Cisco vulnerability management).
  • Strong understanding of security concepts, protocols, and network architecture.
• Technical Skills :
  • PowerShell scripting, Windows workstation troubleshooting
  • Workstation OS administration Windows 10 and 11
  • Remote troubleshooting Windows Workstation (Physical and VDI)
  • SCCM Packaging
  • Experience with vulnerability scanning, patch management, and security monitoring tools.
  • Familiarity with IT risk management and remediation processes.
  • Basic knowledge of operating systems (Linux, Windows), networking, and application security.
• Certifications (preferred, but not required):
  • Microsoft Certifications for Office 365, Windows workstation, Azure, VMware
• Education :
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.