Vulnerability Engineer (Cybersecurity, Remote)

Job summary

The role involves enhancing the security posture of the organization by managing vulnerabilities and reducing the attack surface. The position requires both technical and communication skills to coordinate efforts across various teams and automate processes within the vulnerability management program.

Qualifications

• Degree or master's in security, computer science, business, or a related field.
• Experience in detecting, analyzing, mitigating, and reporting vulnerabilities.
• Ability to comprehend complex vulnerabilities and define remediation actions.
• Skills in conducting vulnerability scans and analyzing large datasets.
• Familiarity with automation concepts and proficiency in scripting languages.
• Experience with ITSM systems like ServiceNow and vulnerability scanning tools such as Rapid7 or Nessus.
• Strong communication skills for effective coordination across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the vulnerability management program.
• Prioritize vulnerability efforts and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and analyze results to inform remediation strategies.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Skills

• Proficiency in vulnerability scanning and asset management tools.
• Hands-on experience in penetration testing or incident response is a plus.

Education

• A degree or master's in a relevant field is required.

Tools

• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Rapid7, Nessus), ITSM systems (e.g., ServiceNow), and asset management tools (e.g., Tanium).