POSITION TYPE: Full Time (W2)
LOCATION: Remote
ABOUT WorldLink:
WorldLink is a rapidly growing information technology company at the forefront of the tech transformation. From custom software development to cloud hosting, from big data to cognitive computing, we help companies harness and leverage today’s most cutting-edge digital technologies to create value and grow.
Collaborative. Respectful. Work hard Play hard. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at WorldLink. We embrace a culture of experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and learning.
We take pride in our employees and their future with continued growth and career advancement. We put TEAM first. We are a competitive group that like to win. We're grounded by humility and driven by ambition. We're passionate, and we love tough problems and new challenges. You don't hear a lot of "I don't know how" or "I can't" at WorldLink. If you are passionate about what you do and having fun while doing it; tired of rigid and strict work environments and would like to work in a non-bureaucratic startup cultural environment, WorldLink may be the place for you.
For more information about our craft, visit https://worldlink-us.com .
WHO we’re looking for:
We are looking for a Vulnerability Management Analyst focused on reviewing vulnerability deviation requests and working directly with engineering and development teams to ensure timely remediation or formal approval of exceptions within a FedRAMP authorized SaaS environment. The analyst keeps the exception workflow moving by validating requests, guiding teams on compensating controls, and updating program artifacts while maturing policies and procedures that support continuous compliance
Role and Responsibilities:
• Receive and evaluate deviation and risk
acceptance requests; confirm CVSS scores, affected assets, and proposed
compensating controls.
• Meet with engineers and developers to
understand technical constraints, agree on remediation timelines, and document
alternative solutions that satisfy FedRAMP Moderate or High requirements.
• Draft or refine risk acceptance forms and
POA&M entries; shepherd each request through security, compliance, and
Authorizing Official approval.
• Maintain an up to date exception register with
owners, due dates, and re validation checkpoints; remind stakeholders as
deadlines approach.
• Update vulnerability management runbooks,
service level agreements, and playbooks to reflect the approved deviation
handling process and any new tooling integrations.
• Help integrate scanners or ticketing systems
such as Prisma Cloud, Tenable, Qualys, and Jira so deviation status is captured
and tracked automatically.
• Advise engineering teams on FedRAMP control
requirements, acceptable compensating controls, and best practices for patching
or mitigating findings.
• Support audits by supplying requested evidence
and context prepared by the compliance team.
• At least three years in vulnerability or risk
management.
• Prior coordination with software engineering
or DevOps teams on vulnerability remediation is strongly preferred.
• Experience with container and cloud
environments such as EKS, ECS, or Kubernetes is beneficial.
-
Self-motivated
individual with the ability to thrive in a team-based or
independent environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong
organization skills.
- Ability to work in a
fast-paced environment.
- Limited supervision
and the exercise of discretion.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by contract employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the contract employee is occasionally required to stand, clean, crawl, kneel, sit, sort, hold, squat, stoop, stand, twist the body, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or ladders and scaffolding, talk or hear, and lift up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the eye. Operate a computer keyboard and view a video display terminal between 50% - 95% of work time, including prolonged periods of time. Requires considerable (90%+) work utilizing high visual acuity/detail, numeric/character distinction, and moderate hand/finger dexterity.
Performs work under time schedules and stress which are normally periodic or cyclical, including time sensitive deadlines, intellectual challenge, some language barriers, and project management deadlines. May require working additional time beyond normal schedule and periodic travel.
WHAT we’ll bring:
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-competitive benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
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Medical
Plans
- Dental
Plans
- Vision Plan
- Life &
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Short-Term
Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Critical Illness/ Accident/ Hospital Indemnity/ Identity
Theft Protection
- 401(k)
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. WorldLink is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All employment at WorldLink is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We endeavor to continue our footprint as a diverse organization by highlighting opportunities for all people. WorldLink considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, (including pregnancy and gender identity), age, national origin, political affiliation, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. People with disabilities who need assistance with any part of the application process should contact us.
This job description is designed to cover the main responsibilities and duties of the role but is not designed to be a comprehensive list of all.
