Cybersecurity Consultant

Guidehouse

. Lead vulnerability management efforts across a portfolio of client applications .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeMcLean • Maryland • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $85,000 - $141,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vulnerability management, cybersecurity compliance, and risk assessment, with a strong focus on NIST SP 800-53 and OWASP Top 10. Proficient in utilizing tools like Splunk and Invicti to track and remediate vulnerabilities while ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams.

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Vulnerability ManagementCybersecurity ComplianceNIST SP 800-53SplunkCompTIA Security+ CE

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Hard Skills

Vulnerability AnalysisRemediation GuidanceRisk AssessmentAutomated ReportingSecure Coding

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationAnalytical ThinkingPriority Management

Tools & Technologies

InvictiSplunkAtlassian (Jira & Confluence)

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+ CECISSPCEH

Industry Keywords

FISMA RequirementsOWASP Top 10Public Trust ClearanceCybersecurity AuditsPOA&M Activities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecuritySplunk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead vulnerability management efforts across a portfolio of client applications
Analyze vulnerability findings and identify affected versions
Provide remediation guidance, assign issues to teams, and track vulnerabilities through closure
Build and maintain working relationships with business, engineering, and security teams
Validate fixes, resolve blockers, and support timely remediation
Support POA&M activities, patching timelines, remediation deadlines, and federal cybersecurity and compliance requirements
Develop and maintain automated vulnerability reports, dashboards, KPIs, and metrics
Track remediation progress, compliance gaps, and asset risk
Prepare reports and briefings for leadership and federal oversight stakeholders
Monitor suspicious activity and security alerts in Splunk and coordinate follow-up actions
Support secure development through security documentation, secure coding guidance, annual training support, and evaluation of security tools and processes
Provide cybersecurity subject matter expertise during information security audits and assessments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of Two (2+) years of experience
Experience in cybersecurity or IT risk management; vulnerability management and/or secure configuration experience preferred
Minimum of a Bachelors Degree is required
Hands-on experience with Invicti, Splunk, and Atlassian tools (Jira & Confluence)
Deep understanding of NIST SP 800-53, FISMA requirements, and OWASP Top 10
Active CompTIA Security+ CE preferred; CISSP, CEH, or cloud-related certifications are a plus
Strong communication and analytical thinking; ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust
Must obtain approved adjudication of Public Trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse
Active Public Trust or suitability and active HHS/NIH clearance preferred
Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
Up to 25% travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Flexible benefits package
Travel up to 25%