Tenable Security Engineer

Overview

Tenable Security Engineer

Onsite | Washington D.C. | 5 Days a Week

US Citizen - Clearable Required (Will be processed for a Public Trust)

 

Summary

Our client is an employee and Service-Disabled, Veteran-owned Small Business focused on providing niche technical services. They are a team of experienced cybersecurity professionals with a track record of success in the Federal, Commercial, and Academic workspaces. Additionally, our client designs, builds, operates, and secures scalable cloud and IT infrastructures to meet their customers’ near-term needs and fulfill their long-term requirements.

 

Responsibilities

Our client is looking for a Tenable Security Engineer to join their team! This role will be part of the Security Operations Center (SOC), responsible for deploying, managing, and optimizing Tenable solutions across the enterprise. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Tenable.sc and Nessus, as well as experience integrating these tools with SIEMs, ITSM platforms, and asset inventories to enhance vulnerability management, compliance, and risk mitigation.

• Deploy and configure Tenable.sc and Nessus for enterprise-wide vulnerability scanning

• Optimize Tenable tools for effective and scalable use across heterogeneous environments, including Windows, Linux, cloud, and OT systems

• Integrate Tenable with SIEM tools (e.g., Elastic), ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow), and asset inventory systems

• Design and implement dashboards, reports, and risk metrics aligned with enterprise security goals

• Manage credentialed scan configurations and maintain scanning schedules and policies

• Provide technical guidance on CVSS scoring, asset classification, and vulnerability prioritization

• Support continuous monitoring and vulnerability lifecycle management efforts

• Collaborate with SOC and cyber operations teams to align vulnerability management with broader security operations

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity

• 8+ years of hands-on experience designing, engineering, and implementing Tenable solutions

• Proficient with Tenable.sc, Nessus scanners, and Nessus Agents in large enterprise environments

• Strong knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and application vulnerabilities

• Familiarity with CVSS scoring and asset-based risk assessments

• Ability to integrate vulnerability data with other security platforms using APIs

Education/Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, business, management, or a related field

• Tenable Vulnerability Management, Tenable Security Center, or Tenable OT Security certification

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working in a SOC or cyber operations environment

• Strong communication skills with the ability to brief technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Experience with API integrations, data normalization, and managing the full vulnerability lifecycle

Clearance Requirements

• Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Must be able to obtain a US Government Public Trust Clearance.

Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. --------------  About UsNorthern Virginia-based Precision Solutions is an expert in staffing solutions for companies of any size that open the door to new opportunities and seek outstanding talent. We pride ourselves on being versatile enough to tailor our relationships to the needs of each individual client, being agile in the fast-paced marketplace, and being precise in meeting the needs of any company.  Equal Opportunity Employer StatementPrecision Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.