Security Analyst

GuidePoint Security

. Execute and manage vulnerability scanning of internal, external, and cloud networks .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Vulnerability Management, including the execution and management of vulnerability scanning across various environments. Proficient in utilizing tools such as Tenable, Rapid7, and Qualys, while advising customers on best practices and optimizing the vulnerability management lifecycle.

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Vulnerability ManagementTenableRapid7QualysCloud Service Providers

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Hard Skills

Vulnerability EngineeringVulnerability AssessmentScripting (BASH, PowerShell, Python)CLI ProficiencyOperating Systems (Windows, Mac OSX, RHEL, Ubuntu)

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTime ManagementDesire to Learn

Tools & Technologies

Vulnerability ScannersAxoniusArmisZafranNucleusKubernetesContainersCi/CD

Industry Keywords

Information SecurityHybrid Cloud ArchitectureExposure ManagementRisk ReductionTrusted Advisor

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute and manage vulnerability scanning of internal, external, and cloud networks
Plan, design, and implement enterprise vulnerability scanning infrastructure in a hybrid or multi-cloud architecture
Deploy vulnerability management infrastructure such as scanners, sensors, and agent configurations on-premise and in the cloud
Advise customers on Vulnerability Management best practices
Perform Vulnerability Management gap assessments for customers
Provide guidance and collaborate with peers on the Vulnerability Management practice team
Establish credibility as a trusted advisor to customers
Embrace emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes
Partner with customers across retail, finance, healthcare, and other verticals to advise, develop, implement, and optimize the vulnerability management lifecycle
Scope, plan, and deliver exposure management initiatives for customer risk reduction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 1+ year of information security experience
1+ year of vulnerability engineering experience
Must have experience with Rapid 7, Tenable or Qualys Vulnerability Management
Advanced practical skills in vulnerability assessment tooling such as Tenable, Rapid7, and Qualys
Experience with cloud service providers such as Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
Understanding of operating systems such as Windows Server, Windows Workstations, Mac OSX, RHEL, and Ubuntu Linux
Ability to perform advanced functions at the CLI
Ability to manage time independently while handling multiple projects concurrently
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong desire to learn new technologies and contribute to a fast-growing company
Experience with scripting tasks using BASH, PowerShell, Python, or other native scripting languages is a plus
Asset management skills and experience with tools like Axonius and Armis is a plus
Experience with aggregation solutions such as Zafran and Nucleus is a plus
Experience with Kubernetes, containers, Ci/CD or serverless is a plus
Up to 10% travel
Sedentary work
Substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for a minimum of 8 hours a day
Close visual acuity to view computer terminal and/or extensive reading for a minimum of 8 hours a day

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans)
HSA contribution of $850 per employee annually or $1750 per family annually
Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
Pet Benefit Option
Up to 10% travel