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Sr. Rapid7 SME/Consultant

Apex Systems
Chesapeake, VA Intern
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/22/2026
Job#: 3043209

Job Description:

For any inquires please send resume's to * [email protected] *

Rapid7 Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Exposure Command & Vulnerability Management

Duration: 8–12 Month Contract

Hours: Part-Time (Approximately 20–30 Hours Per Week)

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Contract / Consulting Engagement

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Rapid7 Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the final implementation, optimization, and enterprise rollout of its Rapid7 Exposure Command platform.

This consultant will serve as both a hands-on technical expert and a trusted advisor, responsible for validating the current deployment, optimizing platform configurations, enhancing integrations, and helping mature the organization's enterprise vulnerability management and Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) program.

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise across the Rapid7 ecosystem and have a proven track record leading enterprise vulnerability management initiatives, platform implementations, and security program improvements.

Current Environment

The organization has already deployed several key Rapid7 components, including:

  • Rapid7 Exposure Command
  • Rapid7 Vulnerability Management
  • Surface Command
  • InsightCloudSec
  • InsightAppSec

Core implementation activities have been completed, including:

  • Platform and console configuration
  • Scanner deployment
  • Agent deployment
  • Site configuration
  • Initial ServiceNow integration

This engagement will focus on assessing the existing environment, validating configurations, implementing best practices, and preparing the platform for full production readiness and operational maturity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review, assess, and optimize the current Rapid7 Exposure Command implementation.
  • Validate existing platform configurations and provide recommendations aligned with Rapid7 best practices.
  • Assist with authenticated scanning configuration, deployment strategies, and scan optimization.
  • Configure and enhance asset groups, tagging structures, risk prioritization, and dashboard reporting.
  • Develop and improve enterprise vulnerability management workflows and processes.
  • Enhance vulnerability remediation tracking and reporting capabilities.
  • Review and optimize ServiceNow integrations and remediation assignment workflows.
  • Support integrations with cloud platforms, SIEM tools, ticketing systems, and other security technologies.
  • Develop executive-level dashboards, metrics, and reporting capabilities.
  • Identify automation and orchestration opportunities within the Rapid7 ecosystem.
  • Work directly with Rapid7 support to troubleshoot and resolve advanced implementation challenges.
  • Create and finalize technical documentation, operational procedures, and knowledge transfer materials.
  • Provide strategic guidance and best-practice recommendations related to CTEM and vulnerability management maturity.
  • Assist with enterprise rollout planning, adoption, and operational readiness efforts.

Required Qualifications

  • Extensive hands-on experience administering and implementing Rapid7 solutions.
  • Demonstrated expertise with Rapid7 Exposure Command and Vulnerability Management platforms.
  • Experience designing, implementing, or supporting enterprise vulnerability management programs.
  • Strong understanding of vulnerability assessment methodologies, remediation processes, and risk-based prioritization.
  • Experience integrating security platforms with ServiceNow and other enterprise technologies.
  • Ability to evaluate existing deployments and recommend improvements based on industry best practices.
  • Strong technical documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently while serving as a strategic advisor and technical contributor.
  • Experience conducting platform assessments, optimization efforts, and operational readiness reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) programs.
  • Knowledge of Rapid7 automation, APIs, orchestration workflows, and integrations.
  • Experience integrating vulnerability management platforms with cloud security solutions and SIEM platforms.
  • Experience supporting large enterprise, public-sector, or highly regulated environments.
  • Experience providing training, mentorship, and knowledge transfer to internal teams.
  • Familiarity with security operations, risk management, and vulnerability lifecycle management processes.

Ideal Candidate Profile

This opportunity is best suited for a seasoned Rapid7 consultant, architect, or vulnerability management leader who can immediately contribute as a trusted advisor. The ideal candidate will be comfortable assessing an existing deployment, identifying optimization opportunities, implementing best practices, and helping mature an organization's overall exposure management and vulnerability management strategy.

Candidates with experience in Rapid7 consulting, enterprise vulnerability management, ServiceNow integrations, security automation, and CTEM initiatives are highly encouraged to apply.

For any inquires please send resume's to * [email protected] *

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.

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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.

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