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Tenable Security Engineer II

Apex Systems
Skokie, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2026
Job#: 3047040

Job Description:

Tenable Security Engineer

Role Overview

This role requires taking ownership of an on-premise Tenable Security Center (Tenable SC) deployment. The primary objective is to stabilize the system, ensure it is properly configured, patched, and updated, and realize its full operational potential. The engineer will be responsible for the system’s uptime, operation, and reporting, operating on an Oracle Linux platform to support vulnerability scanning across the environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the day-to-day operation and uptime of the on-premise Tenable SC system and architect it to run more efficiently.
  • Perform core maintenance, including updating and linking agents, running and scheduling scans, and upgrading and patching the system.
  • Utilize the Linux command line on the Oracle Linux platform to perform upgrades and configuration changes.
  • Configure reports, build dashboards, and organize scans to ensure vulnerability data is clear and consumable.
  • Document the environment, including system configuration, standard procedures, and how alerts are addressed.
  • Identify opportunities for automation and system improvement.
  • Participate in meetings with cyber operations, cyber engineering, and operational IT teams to explain findings from Tenable SC.

Required Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience with on-premise Tenable SC (Security Center) is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to update and link agents, run scans, upgrade, and patch Tenable SC.
  • Strong Linux command-line skills, specifically in an Oracle Linux environment.
  • A solid foundation in core cybersecurity concepts, including vulnerability management.
  • An engineer’s mindset with a focus on ownership, thorough documentation, and system improvement.
  • Developed soft skills, including being personable, collaborative, and able to explain technical findings clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Background supporting Tenable SC in U.S. government or federal agency environments.
  • Familiarity with adjacent vulnerability management and security tools such as BitSight, Qualys, and CrowdStrike.
  • Experience automating routine vulnerability management and reporting tasks.

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.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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Everforth Apex 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. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.

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