Cybersecurity Specialist ? Vulnerability Management

Our client is seeking an experienced Qualys Security Platform Administrator to manage and optimise their vulnerability management and security platform environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer Qualys VMDR, Policy Compliance, Patch Management, CSAM, CAR and WAS.
• Maintain Qualys scanners, agents, connectors and overall platform availability.
• Configure and manage vulnerability and web application scans.
• Validate findings, reduce false positives and ensure accurate reporting.
• Manage compliance policies, patching and remediation verification.
• Maintain asset inventories and tagging through CSAM.
• Monitor certificate expiry through CAR.
• Maintain Qualys integrations with ITSM and security solutions.
• Use REST APIs for automation and reporting.
• Support vulnerability scoping during zero-day events.
• Maintain documentation and provide stakeholder support and training.

Requirements:

• Relevant IT, Cybersecurity or Information Security qualification.
• 3–5 years’ experience in vulnerability management or cybersecurity.
• Strong hands-on Qualys administration experience.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning, remediation and compliance.
• Experience with REST APIs and automation.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Experience with ITSM/security integrations is advantageous.
• Qualys certification and scripting experience (Python/PowerShell) are advantageous.

Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in cybersecurity, vulnerability management or security platform administration.
• Strong hands-on experience with Qualys and its security modules.
• Qualys certification will be advantageous.
• Experience with REST APIs, automation and scripting (Python/PowerShell) is advantageous.