Job Requirements
Remote Oxon Hill, MD
Public Trust Polygraph not specified
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$99,000 - $104,000
Job Description
Job #3047690:
Apex Systems is currently hiring a Vulnerability Management Engineer with a large federal client. This role is in support of the FEMA Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (OCISO) in Washington, DC. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, assessing, prioritizing, and coordinating the remediation of cybersecurity vulnerabilities across FEMA's enterprise environment. You will work closely with system owners, cybersecurity teams, and enterprise administrators to reduce risk, improve security posture, and ensure vulnerabilities are properly remediated and validated.
Project Details / Mission Supported:
• Utilize Qualys to identify, prioritize, track, and validate remediation of security vulnerabilities.
• Monitor and manage Remediation Work Plans (RWPs) across the enterprise environment.
• Coordinate remediation efforts with system owners, cybersecurity teams, and enterprise administrators.
• Validate the closure of vulnerabilities and ensure remediation activities are documented in a detailed, audit-ready manner.
• Provide daily technical remediation support services.
• Analyze vulnerability findings for risk, accuracy, and remediation prioritization.
• Generate vulnerability reduction reports, trend analysis reports, and dashboards for leadership.
• Support internal and external audit events.
Qualified candidates will have the following experience and skills:
• Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of applicable experience, OR Associate’s degree and 8+ years of applicable experience, OR Master’s degree and 4+ years of applicable experience, OR 12+ years of applicable experience in lieu of a degree.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust suitability.
• Demonstrated experience with Qualys is mandatory.
• Experience with vulnerability assessment methodologies and risk analysis.
• Strong analytical skills for vulnerability prioritization and trend analysis.
• Must be located in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area for occasional onsite meetings.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as dbProtect, Webinspect, or Tenable is preferred.
• Knowledge of security compliance frameworks is preferred.
• Experience with reporting and dashboard tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Splunk is preferred.
Location: Remote – must be local to Washington, DC for occasional onsite meetings.
Onsite expectation: 100% remote – occasional onsite meetings in Washington, DC
Clearance Level: Public Trust
Salary/Pay range: $48-50/hr
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Public Trust security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment*
If you are interested, please apply here or email an updated copy of your resume to
Apex Systems Military & Veteran Programs
At Apex Systems, we are proud to support those who serve. Our commitment to the military community is reflected in our robust veteran hiring initiatives, military-friendly workplace policies, and nationally recognized programs. We value the leadership, discipline, and mission-first mindset that military professionals bring to our team. Join us in continuing your mission.
Why Apex is a Top Choice for Veterans and Military Talent:
• Military-Friendly Employer: Recognized as a Military Friendly® Employer for multiple consecutive years.
• Transition Programs: DoD Skill Bridge program with multiple pathway options.
• Veteran Hiring Commitment: We actively partner with multiple veteran and military organizations that specialize in IT upskilling and certification training, helping service members and veterans transition into high-demand tech careers
• Apex Military Network: Internal employee resource group supporting veterans, Guard/Reserve members, and their families.
Apex Benefits Overview
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at accommodations@apexsystems.com or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.
UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.
Apex Systems is currently hiring a Vulnerability Management Engineer with a large federal client. This role is in support of the FEMA Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (OCISO) in Washington, DC. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, assessing, prioritizing, and coordinating the remediation of cybersecurity vulnerabilities across FEMA's enterprise environment. You will work closely with system owners, cybersecurity teams, and enterprise administrators to reduce risk, improve security posture, and ensure vulnerabilities are properly remediated and validated.
Project Details / Mission Supported:
• Utilize Qualys to identify, prioritize, track, and validate remediation of security vulnerabilities.
• Monitor and manage Remediation Work Plans (RWPs) across the enterprise environment.
• Coordinate remediation efforts with system owners, cybersecurity teams, and enterprise administrators.
• Validate the closure of vulnerabilities and ensure remediation activities are documented in a detailed, audit-ready manner.
• Provide daily technical remediation support services.
• Analyze vulnerability findings for risk, accuracy, and remediation prioritization.
• Generate vulnerability reduction reports, trend analysis reports, and dashboards for leadership.
• Support internal and external audit events.
Qualified candidates will have the following experience and skills:
• Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of applicable experience, OR Associate’s degree and 8+ years of applicable experience, OR Master’s degree and 4+ years of applicable experience, OR 12+ years of applicable experience in lieu of a degree.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust suitability.
• Demonstrated experience with Qualys is mandatory.
• Experience with vulnerability assessment methodologies and risk analysis.
• Strong analytical skills for vulnerability prioritization and trend analysis.
• Must be located in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area for occasional onsite meetings.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as dbProtect, Webinspect, or Tenable is preferred.
• Knowledge of security compliance frameworks is preferred.
• Experience with reporting and dashboard tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Splunk is preferred.
Location: Remote – must be local to Washington, DC for occasional onsite meetings.
Onsite expectation: 100% remote – occasional onsite meetings in Washington, DC
Clearance Level: Public Trust
Salary/Pay range: $48-50/hr
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Public Trust security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment*
If you are interested, please apply here or email an updated copy of your resume to
Apex Systems Military & Veteran Programs
At Apex Systems, we are proud to support those who serve. Our commitment to the military community is reflected in our robust veteran hiring initiatives, military-friendly workplace policies, and nationally recognized programs. We value the leadership, discipline, and mission-first mindset that military professionals bring to our team. Join us in continuing your mission.
Why Apex is a Top Choice for Veterans and Military Talent:
• Military-Friendly Employer: Recognized as a Military Friendly® Employer for multiple consecutive years.
• Transition Programs: DoD Skill Bridge program with multiple pathway options.
• Veteran Hiring Commitment: We actively partner with multiple veteran and military organizations that specialize in IT upskilling and certification training, helping service members and veterans transition into high-demand tech careers
• Apex Military Network: Internal employee resource group supporting veterans, Guard/Reserve members, and their families.
Apex Benefits Overview
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at accommodations@apexsystems.com or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.
UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.
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