Vulnerability Mgmt / Scan Operator

Location: Remote Required Clearance: Public Trust  Required Education: Bachelors Required Experience: 8 years Position Description We are seeking a skilled and security‑focused Vulnerability Management / Scan Operator to support vulnerability identification, remediation, and security compliance efforts for a complex, mission‑critical federal Identity and Access Management (IAM) program within the U.S. Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid (FSA) office. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in security scanning, vulnerability assessment, remediation planning, and federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks. Responsibilities This position plays a pivotal role in maintaining the security posture and compliance status of FSA's IAM systems. The Vulnerability Management / Scan Operator works closely with security teams, system administrators, and compliance officers to identify security findings, develop remediation strategies, and ensure adherence to federal cybersecurity standards including FISMA, CISA BOD directives, and NIST guidance. Required Qualifications •    Conduct and manage regular security vulnerability scans of IAM systems, applications, and databases using industry-standard scanning tools; analyze results and develop remediation plans. •    Support federal compliance assessments including FISMA, A-123, Binding Operational Directives (BOD), and Safeguards reviews; develop corrective action plans and track remediation efforts. •    Review and manage Cont