Vat Analyst (t1)

Leidos

Base: $69,550.00 - $125,725.00; bonus/equity: not ...
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
2 years relevant professional work experience
Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools
** Leidos is seeking a VAT Analyst to assist the Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection in managing cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The role requires conducting vulnerability assessments, executing scans, and authoring security advisories, with a preference for candidates possessing a degree in a related field and relevant experience. **

Job Summary

  • The VAT Analyst will assist with Enterprise Information System Vulnerability Management compliance validation and execute vulnerability scans.
  • This role supports the CBP Security Operations Center in preventing, identifying, and eradicating cyber threats to government networks.
  • Leidos seeks candidates who disrupt the status quo and are willing to outpace the competition in a fast-paced mission-driven environment.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Leidos is seeking a VAT Analyst to assist the Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection in managing cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The role requires conducting vulnerability assessments, executing scans, and authoring security advisories, with a preference for candidates possessing a degree in a related field and relevant experience. **

Salary

Base: $69,550.00 - $125,725.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • 2 years relevant professional work experience
  • Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools
  • Ability to maintain asset inventories
  • Basic understanding of cloud environments

Nice-to-have

  • Awareness of federal cybersecurity frameworks
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Experience with configuration compliance
  • Ability to script in Python or PowerShell
  • Self-starter with independent prioritization

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in CS, IT, Cybersecurity, Engineering or related field
  • Entry-level certification (Security+, CEH, SSCP, GSEC)
  • Must have ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
  • Current background investigation or favorable BI required

Work Rights

Must have ability to obtain Public Trust clearance

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