Common Job Duties:

• Identify critical flaws in applications and systems that cyber attackers could exploit
• Conduct vulnerability assessments for networks, applications, and operating systems
• Conduct network security audits and scanning on a predetermined basis
• Use automated tools (e.g. Nessus) to pinpoint vulnerabilities and reduce time-consuming tasks
• Use manual testing techniques and methods to gain a better understanding of the environment and reduce false negatives
• Develop, test, and modify custom scripts and applications for vulnerability testing
• Compile and track vulnerabilities over time for metrics purposes
• Write and present a comprehensive Vulnerability Assessment and maintain a database
• Supply hands-on training for network and systems administrators