Nessus Administrator

Gunnison

. Configure, operate, and maintain Nessus scanners and related infrastructure .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $114,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in configuring and maintaining Nessus scanners, conducting vulnerability scans, and generating compliance reports. Proficient in troubleshooting and managing user access within security frameworks across various operating systems and environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Nessus ConfigurationVulnerability Scanning WorkflowsTenable Tools IntegrationTroubleshooting SkillsActive Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity ExperienceSystem Administration ExperienceAuthenticated ScansUnauthenticated ScansWindows ExperienceLinux ExperienceNetwork Devices ExperienceCloud Environments Experience

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

NessusTenable

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Vulnerability ScanningCompliance ArtifactsUser Access ManagementRole-Based Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Configure, operate, and maintain Nessus scanners and related infrastructure
Schedule and execute regular and ad hoc requested security scans of client systems
Manage user access, permissions, and role-based controls within Nessus
Troubleshoot scanning and agent issues
Coordinate with system administrators and systems owners to resolve findings
Support SME and ISSO teams with generation of reports and compliance artifacts

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of cybersecurity or system administration experience
2+ years supporting Nessus
Strong understanding of vulnerability scanning workflows and remediation processes
Familiarity with Tenable tools and integration methods
Ability to document and report scan results clearly
Experience working with Windows, Linux, network devices, and cloud environments
Hands-on experience with Nessus/Tenable vulnerability scanning tools
Experience conducting authenticated and unauthenticated scans
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
Active Secret clearance required
Must be eligible for employment in the United States
Gunnison is unable to sponsor candidates at this time

Benefits

Comp & perks

3 weeks of Personal Leave your first year
11 paid Holidays each year
5 days of Flexible Time Off each year
401(k) company match at 50% up to 10% of your salary
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Public Transportation Subsidies
Certifications and Training Allowance - $2,500/year
Bonus and profit-sharing opportunities, depending on company and employee performance