Vulnerability Management – Security Analyst

Torch Technologies, Inc.

. Conduct scheduled and ad-hoc vulnerability assessments across Azure Government virtual machines and network components using ACAS (Tenable Nessus) .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $105,000 - $128,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting vulnerability assessments and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards, utilizing tools such as ACAS and Microsoft Defender for Cloud. Proficient in documenting and remediating vulnerabilities while collaborating effectively with engineering teams.

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Vulnerability AssessmentACAS / Tenable NessusDISA STIG ComplianceDoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II CertificationMicrosoft Defender for Cloud

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Hard Skills

Vulnerability AssessmentACAS / Tenable NessusDISA STIG ComplianceSCAP ToolsSTIG ViewerPowerShell ScriptingBash ScriptingEMASSCloud Security MonitoringRisk Reporting

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingEffective CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Defender for CloudEMASSDISA Continuous Monitoring DashboardsAzure GovernmentAWS GovCloud

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II CertificationCompTIA Security+ CECySA+GSEC

Industry Keywords

DoD CybersecurityVulnerability ScanningCloud SecurityRisk Management FrameworkCompliance Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct scheduled and ad-hoc vulnerability assessments across Azure Government virtual machines and network components using ACAS (Tenable Nessus)
Evaluate and document system compliance against DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guides (SRGs) using SCAP tools and STIG Viewer
Collaborate with cloud and systems engineers to provide actionable remediation guidance for identified vulnerabilities and IAVAs
Populate and maintain Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) records within eMASS for accurate risk reporting to Authorizing Officials
Monitor cloud security hygiene using Microsoft Defender for Cloud and DISA Continuous Monitoring dashboards
Provide day-to-day scanning, STIG assessment, and remediation tracking for J7 JTSD’s cloud migration systems
Ensure Azure workloads remain hardened and compliant with DoD standards under the guidance of the Primary Government Project Lead and Lead Cybersecurity Specialist

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship
Active DoW Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field, plus 2+ years of hands-on DoD cybersecurity analysis and vulnerability scanning experience, or 5+ years without degree
2+ years utilizing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) / Tenable Nessus for network, host, and credentialed scanning
Practical experience applying and verifying DISA STIGs across Linux and Windows operating systems
Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE, CySA+, or GSEC
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Preferred: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Preferred: Experience configuring and running ACAS scans inside Microsoft Azure Government or AWS GovCloud environments
Preferred: Experience utilizing PowerShell or Bash scripts to automate STIG finding verification and remediation
Preferred: Hands-on experience creating, updating, and closing POA&M entries directly in eMASS
Preferred: Familiarity with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Secure Score tracking, and Azure Policy compliance states
Preferred: Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check
Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Willingness to travel 0–10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

ESOP participation
401(k) match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Health Saving Accounts
Health Reimbursement Accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Paid time off
Holidays
Competitive salary
Stable and professional work environment
Comprehensive benefit package