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Cybersecurity Jobs lists this Cybersecurity Engineer opportunity in lincoln, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Odyssey Consulting is seeking an Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) Cybersecurity Engineer to support the Air Operation Center (AOC) cybersecurity team at Hanscom AFB. The role focuses on implementing, maintaining, and operating the ACAS toolset, including Nessus scanning and compliance assessment and reporting activities.
Location
Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA (onsite)
Salary
USD 150,000 - 175,000 per year
Role Focus
Support the AOC cybersecurity mission by administering the ACAS environment, assisting with vulnerability scanning workflows, and helping produce compliance and vulnerability reporting aligned to applicable standards and internal security policies.
Responsibilities
Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of ACAS components, including Nessus scanners , SecurityCenter/Tenable.sc , and Nessus Network Monitor (NNM)/Tenable.asm .
Assist with scheduling and executing vulnerability scans using Nessus scanners.
Analyze scan results to identify vulnerabilities and misconfigurations .
Assist with compliance assessments against DoW standards and internal security policies .
Generate reports covering vulnerability status, compliance posture, and remediation progress.
Collaborate with system administrators to support vulnerability remediation efforts.
Assist with system administration tasks for ACAS servers and databases .
Stay current on evolving vulnerability trends and emerging security threats.
Required Qualifications
US citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Level Clearance
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field
IAM Level III Certification (Certified Information Systems Security Professional / Certified Information Security Officer)
Basic understanding of networking concepts and protocols
Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Technologies
ACAS suite of tools
Nessus
SecurityCenter/Tenable.sc
Nessus Network Monitor (NNM)/Tenable.asm
Tenable.sc
Tenable.asm
Nessus Network Monitor (NNM)
ACAS servers and databases
Windows, Linux
Python, PowerShell
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with the Tenable ACAS suite (Nessus, Security Center/Tenable.sc, NNM/Tenable.asm)
Security+ or other relevant cybersecurity certifications
Experience with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell
Familiarity with DoD security policies and procedures
Additional Information
Onsite role at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA
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Compensation Note: Final compensation will be determined based on Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
Recruitment Status: This position uses continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.
Benefits: Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays. Odyssey Benefits.
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Worksite address
lincoln, MA, 01773, US
Who can apply
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