Qualys SME - Vulnerability Management Specialist

Skillsbay Limited; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Qualys Subject Matter Expert (SME) to optimize their vulnerability management platform. This critical role involves customizing and managing Qualys to enhance the organization's security posture in various environments, focusing on cloud integration and data integrity.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Qualys SME or similar role.
• Strong understanding of cloud vulnerability management.
• Ability to work independently and propose improvements.

Responsibilities

• Customize Qualys for reporting and real-time data capture.
• Utilize Qualys Cloud Connectors for effective cloud management.
• Collaborate with IT for integration with broader security ecosystem.

Skills

Cloud vulnerability management

Troubleshooting

Customization

Tagging strategies

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Qualys Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the ongoing customisation, optimisation, and management of our client's Qualys vulnerability management platform. This is a critical role focused on improving the organisation’s security posture across on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customise Qualys for reporting and real-time data capture across organisational assets and infrastructure.
• Utilise and optimise Qualys Cloud Connectors for effective cloud vulnerability management.
• Mature the Qualys platform into a centralised view of vulnerability management across environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues including agent communication, inventory scanning, data purging, and user access.
• Design and implement tagging strategies, including dynamic tagging, to meet customer requirements.
• Customise dashboards and reports in line with TruRisk scoring and stakeholder needs.
• Engage with internal customers to gather requirements, provide recommendations, and drive continuous improvements.
• Configure and maintain the Qualys platform to support ongoing vulnerability scans, compliance checks, and security assessments.
• Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration of Qualys into the broader security ecosystem.
• Deploy and manage Qualys Cloud Agents across enterprise endpoints, servers, and virtual machines.
• Set up and configure Virtual Scanner Appliances and network sensors to ensure accurate internal vulnerability scanning.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Qualys SME or similar role with hands-on use of the platform.
• Strong understanding of cloud vulnerability management, particularly with Qualys Cloud Connectors and Qualys Cloud Agents.
• Experience designing and implementing tagging strategies and custom dashboards.
• Familiarity with TruRisk and its application in reporting and risk prioritisation.
• Ability to work independently, proactively suggest improvements, and contribute to service enhancement.
• Experience integrating Qualys with enterprise infrastructure and working closely with cross-functional IT teams.
• Strong troubleshooting skills related to agent performance, scan coverage, and data integrity.