Vulnerability & Patch Management Engineer at NASC GLOBAL – Washington, District of Columbia

NASC GLOBAL, a leading HR Consulting and Management firm, is excited to support the search for an experienced professional for our valued client. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact within a dynamic organization.

We're currently interviewing candidates for this role as our client is looking to fill the position urgently. If you meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply today. Our recruiting team will reach out to schedule a video interview soon.
Position Overview:
Our client is seeking a Mid-level Vulnerability & Patch Management Engineer to join their team in Washington, DC. This role is a critical, high-visibility position supporting a government contract at the Pentagon.

The selected candidate will play a key role in maintaining compliance, security, and operational integrity of Windows and Linux systems through patching, configuration, and troubleshooting in a complex, multi-layered network environment.

As part of this role, you will work closely with technical leads and customers, implementing cybersecurity controls, IT infrastructure management, and resource monitoring. If you are a detail-oriented engineer with expertise in Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) / SCCM, vulnerability remediation, and compliance, apply today.

Compensation:
Our client offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $150,000 to $155,000, commensurate with your experience, education, certifications, and skill set. This reflects a strong commitment to attracting top-tier talent for this pivotal role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engineer and maintain Windows and Linux operating systems to meet compliance requirements.
• Install, configure, and tune operating systems, third-party applications, and security patches.
• Troubleshoot operating systems, applications, and databases in a multi-layered network.
• Implement cybersecurity controls, manage IT infrastructure, and set up resource monitoring and alerting.
• Work with Storage Area Networks (SAN), enterprise backup solutions, and fault-tolerant technologies.
• Develop automation scripts (PowerShell, VBScript, Perl, etc.) for patching and system management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, technical leads, and end-users to define remediation plans and compliance strategies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field OR 4-7 years of IT experience.
• Must hold one of the following certifications:
  • CASP
  • CCNP
  • CISA
  • CISM
  • CISSP
• Active Top-Secret Clearance required.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Technical Skills & Experience:

• 3-4+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) / SCCM.
• Proven expertise in patch management operations, system hardening, and compliance enforcement.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux system administration and security configurations.
• Hands-on experience in automated patching, vulnerability remediation, and compliance tracking.
• Familiarity with virtualization, middleware, and distributed computing environments.
• Experience with networking concepts, basic routing, and IT infrastructure management.
• Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, TK, Perl, VBScript, etc.) for administrative automation.
• Experience working with SAN, enterprise backup solutions, and fault-tolerant systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in IT security, vulnerability management, and system administration.
• Experience with government contracts or defense-related IT infrastructure.
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards.

REQ #: 2828