We are seeking a skilled and experienced
Vulnerability Management Specialist with deep expertise in
Qualys to join our cybersecurity team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and improving the organization’s vulnerability detection, assessment, and remediation processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the deployment, configuration, and management of the Qualys Vulnerability Management platform.
- Perform regular vulnerability scans across on-premise and cloud environments.
- Analyze scan results, validate vulnerabilities, and prioritize remediation based on risk and business impact.
- Work closely with IT, DevOps, and application teams to ensure timely patching and mitigation.
- Develop and maintain vulnerability metrics, dashboards, and reports to communicate risk posture to stakeholders.
- Stay up to date on the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of vulnerability management policies and procedures.
- Participate in security audits and compliance initiatives as needed.
Required Skills And Qualifications
- Extensive hands-on experience with Qualys VMDR and other modules (e.g., Policy Compliance, Web Application Scanning).
- Strong understanding of vulnerability management lifecycle and risk-based prioritization.
- Solid knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and common enterprise technologies.
- Experience with CVE/CVSS scoring and vulnerability databases.
- Familiarity with remediation and mitigation best practices.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or Qualys Certified Specialist.
- Experience integrating Qualys with SIEM, ticketing systems, or CMDB.
- Scripting or automation experience (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for scan and remediation workflows
