Senior Security Consultant

Who is Tenable?

Tenable® is the Exposure Management company. 44,000 organizations around the globe rely on Tenable to understand and reduce cyber risk. Our global employees support 65 percent of the Fortune 500, 45 percent of the Global 2000, and large government agencies. Come be part of our journey!

What makes Tenable such a great place to work?

Ask a member of our team and they’ll answer, “Our people!” We work together to build and innovate best-in-class cybersecurity solutions for our customers; all while creating a culture of belonging, respect, and excellence where we can be our best selves. When you’re part of our #OneTenable team, you can expect to partner with some of the most talented and passionate people in the industry, and have the support and resources you need to do work that truly matters. We deliver results that exceed expectations and we win together!

Your Role:

The Senior Security Consultant brings advanced expertise in the design, implementation, and optimization of Tenable’s Exposure Management solutions. The role involves leveraging Tenable technologies and applying deep industry knowledge and strategic insight to help organizations effectively manage and significantly reduce cyber risks. The role will be responsible for crafting and delivering sophisticated, tailored solutions that address vulnerabilities across a client’s entire attack surface. The Senior Consultant will also mentor junior consultants/contractors and contribute to the development of best practices, utilizing extensive experience to drive the success of client engagements. Additionally, the role will further refine your skills across the complete Tenable portfolio through advanced hands-on experience, strategic shadowing, and high-level enablement initiatives provided by the Professional Services Organization.
Your Opportunity:

• Develop a deep understanding of the client’s business and unique security needs to deliver tailored engagements that exceed expectations.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, ensuring ongoing satisfaction and partnership.

• Provide clients with continual insights and consultative advice based on experience with Tenable products, their industry, established standards, and best practices.

• Provide expert guidance in designing, installing, configuring, and optimizing Tenable solutions, ensuring seamless integration with client's business and security objectives.

• Lead upgrades and migrations, ensuring optimized performance with minimal disruption to operations.

• Advise on best practices to streamline and enhance security workflows through Tenable solution optimization.

• Support clients in developing, refining, and maintaining security policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements for optimal performance.

• Provide ongoing value through insights and consultative advice on Tenable products, tailored to client needs and industry best practices.

• Share thought leadership on effective deployment and utilization of Tenable One solutions.

• Guide clients in implementing best practices and developing Exposure Management Programs.

• Assess user needs and customer requirements to advance the maturity of their Exposure Management program

• Deliver additional value through continual insights and consultative advice based on Tenable products, client needs, industry standards, and best practices.

• Provide thought leadership on methods and best practices for deploying and using Tenable One solutions.

• Advise clients on process best practices and assist in developing Exposure Management Programs.

• Research user needs and assess customer requirements to enhance the maturity of their Exposure Management program.

• Ensure overall customer satisfaction while supporting delivery revenue objectives.

• Execute large customer engagements, understanding client business and unique needs to exceed expectations.

• Independently manage client escalations on assigned projects, coordinating with the delivery team and other Tenable departments as needed.

• Develop and maintain positive client relationships and train client staff on the implementation, configuration, and best practices of the Tenable suite.

• Support pre- and post-sale business development activities, including needs analysis, and assist the Services Account Management Team in identifying further revenue opportunities.

• Collaborate with PS Portfolio, Principal Consultancy and Professional Services Domain Specialists to improve service offerings and product enhancements.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the Professional Services team and the overall organisation.

What You'll Need:

• 8+ years of experience in the Information Technology/Cyber Security field and professional services experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field such as Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Must be comfortable leading 3+ hour calls and keeping up the progression of tasks on the call while assuring that all relevant topics are addressed.

• Advanced ability to identify, diagnose and resolve complex security issues across various environments.

• Understanding of security principles, policies, and industry best practices.

• Understanding of social engineering techniques that can bypass control systems.

• Experience with using, customizing or developing open-source security tools.

• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple engagements, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within scope.

• Proficiency in assessing and identifying threats and risks related to Exposure Management, including vulnerabilities and weaknesses in host or network configurations.

• Recent in-depth experience performing vulnerability scans, configuration audits, and security monitoring with core Tenable products, or other industry solutions.

• Experience with Metasploit and related tools commonly used to exploit vulnerabilities.

• Experience with application security testing, OWASP and common exploitable web application threats in the context of Exposure Management.

• Knowledge of auditing and configuration frameworks such as ISO 17799, CIS, PCI, GLBA, and HIPAA preferred.

• Familiarity with cyber security principles including vulnerability management, defence-in-depth, least-privilege, data protection, regulation and common security controls.

• Proven experience managing client expectations, building relationships and delivering consultative advice to ensure successful outcomes.

• Proven ability to manage client relationships, understand client relationships and deliver tailored security solutions that drive long-term satisfaction and partnership.

• Experience of defining and implementing exposure management programs, processes and procedures.

• Deep understanding of IT security principles associated with networks, operating systems, firewalls, databases, cloud infrastructure, identity and access management with experience in one or more of the fields.

• Familiar with developing integrations via REST API using known coding languages such as Python.

• Knowledge and understanding of SCADA and OT systems is a plus.

• CISSP, CCSP, or other technical certifications preferred.

• Ability to work remotely in a self-directed manner

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods

• Physically able to participate in training sessions, presentations and meetings

• Client-facing travel may be required

• Tenable office travel may be required

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