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Vulnerability Management Specialist

TEKsystems
$50.00 - $65.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Kentucky, Prospect
Jan 17, 2026
Skills patching, configuration compliance enforcement, automation remediation at scale, MECM, Active Directory, Group Policy, powershell scripting, linux, Scorch, Tenable scan findings, Review Vulnerabilities Top Skills Details patching,configuration compliance enforcement,automation remediation at scale,MECM,Active Directory,Group Policy,powershell scripting,linux,Scorch Description The Vulnerability Management Specialist is a specialized member of the Platform Operations team. This role focuses on identifying, prioritizing, and remediating vulnerabilities across large-scale Windows and Linux environments. The contractor will utilize Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), Ansible Automation Platform, and Tenable to drive consistent, automated, and measurable security improvements. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience performing patching, configuration compliance enforcement, and automated remediation at scale. This individual will collaborate with security, operations, and engineering teams to ensure the environment remains secure, compliant, and resilient. - Execute vulnerability remediation efforts across Windows and Linux platforms, using MECM, Intune and Ansible Automation Platform. Develop and maintain automated playbooks and workflows to reduce manual remediation tasks. Work closely with Security to interpret Tenable scan findings and translate them into actionable remediation activities. Track remediation progress, SLAs, and exceptions; provide regular reporting to leadership. Available outside of business hours to respond to service incidents as part of an on-call rotation. Leverage configuration management tools for infrastructure in a hybrid cloud model. Support Service Operations including incident, problem, change, and request fulfillment. Monitor, administer, upgrade, and patch production infrastructure and applications per standard procedures and runbooks. Contribute to standard operating procedures, documentation, and support operations tempo. Support compliance program requirements including audits. Skills* patching, configuration compliance enforcement, automation remediation at scale, MECM, Active Directory, Group Policy, powershell scripting, linux, Scorch, Tenable scan findings, Review Vulnerabilities Top Skills Details patching,configuration compliance enforcement,automation remediation at scale,MECM,Active Directory,Group Policy,powershell scripting,linux,Scorch Additional Skills & Qualifications Proficient with scripting (eg. Bash - Powershell). Implementation experience doing security management of domains/service accounts. Proficient with security best practices in server configuration, tool development, and access controls. Proficient with administration of Linux or other Unix variants (Ubuntu, CentOS, RedHat, Solaris, etc) in a production environment. Use of CyberArk or similar product Proficient with administration, automation, and orchestration of large-scale Windows and Linux environments using configuration management solutions such as DSC, MECM/SCCM, Intune, and Ansible Automation Platform. Leverage systems management and automation with self-repair rather than relying on alarming and human intervention. Proficient with correlation and monitoring solutions such as Splunk, Application Insights, Azure Monitor, or SCOM. Proficient with Active Directory administration and able to support access management operations. Familiar with NTLM and Kerberos authentication protocols, administration, and hardening. Strong written and verbal interpersonal skills. Strong customer focus, ownership, bias for action and the ability to dive deep. Excellent problem solving and analytical skills with attention to detail and driving issues to resolution. Demonstrated ability to learn new skills and apply learned knowledge. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks. Support team continuous improvement by looking for ways to streamline and automate processes and improve customer satisfaction. DevOps mindset practitioner and change agent. Certifications Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math or related (equivalent experience considered). Candidates with relevant certifications are preferred, including but not limited to the following: oITIL Foundations oConfiguration: RHCE-Ansible oLinux - RHCE, CompTIA Linux+, GCUX, LPI oMicrosoft: Azure Administrator, Azure DevOps Engineer, Azure Architect, MCSE Job Type & Location* This is a Contract position based out of Prospect, KY. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.