Vulnerability & Cloud Security Program Manager

NinjaOne; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

NinjaOne is seeking a Vulnerability & Cloud Security Program Manager to lead the enterprise vulnerability management and cloud security programs. This role focuses on identifying and remediating risks in cloud and on-prem environments.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field, and 5+ years in vulnerability management. The position allows for remote work from the US, with an annual salary range of $180,000 - $220,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in vulnerability management.
• At least 2+ years of experience in cloud security.
• Hands-on experience with CSPM tools and vulnerability detection platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and operate the vulnerability management and CSPM lifecycle.
• Administer and optimize vulnerability management and CSPM platforms.
• Monitor cloud and infrastructure environments for misconfigurations.

Skills

Vulnerability management

Cloud security

AWS security best practices

Automation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Information Technology

Tools

Wiz

AWS Inspector

Nessus

OpenSCAP

Job description

About the role

The Vulnerability & Cloud Security Program Manager leads the enterprise vulnerability management and cloud security posture management (CSPM) programs, ensuring timely identification, assessment, prioritization, and remediation of risks across on-premise, cloud, and application environments. This role leverages modern cloud security and vulnerability management platforms to monitor, analyze, and strengthen our security posture. The role collaborates closely with engineering, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to reduce risk exposure, support compliance obligations, and advance the organization’s overall security maturity.

Location

We are flexible on remote working from home. Candidates must be located in the US and reside in one of the following states: CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, KS, ME, MA, MD, NJ, NC, NY, OR, TN, TX, VA, WA. We have physical offices in Austin, TX and Tampa, FL for those who prefer a hybrid option.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and operate the full vulnerability management and CSPM lifecycle, ensuring timely discovery, assessment, prioritization, and remediation.
• Administer and optimize our vulnerability management and CSPM platforms, including policies, integrations, reporting, and automation.
• Monitor cloud and infrastructure environments to identify misconfigurations, excessive permissions, and compliance drift, primarily in AWS.
• Partner with engineering and DevOps teams to drive remediation efforts, facilitate triage discussions, and provide technical guidance on complex issues.
• Align security practices with frameworks such as FedRAMP, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
• Track and report key KPIs and risk metrics to leadership, including SLA compliance and vulnerability trends.
• Automate detection, remediation workflows, and tool integrations to enhance efficiency and expand security capabilities.
• Other duties as needed.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in vulnerability management and at least 2+ years in cloud security.
• Hands‑on experience with CSPM tools, vulnerability detection platforms, and automation (Wiz, AWS Inspector, Nessus, OpenSCAP preferred).
• Strong understanding of AWS security best practices and cloud‑native architectures.
• Familiarity with vulnerability scoring systems like CVSS and risk‑based prioritization.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, AWS Security Specialty, or GIAC Cloud Security are a plus.
• Preferred knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, SOX, FedRAMP.

Additional Information

This position is NOT eligible for Visa sponsorship. Due to federal government security requirements associated with our FedRAMP-authorized environment, candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.

Due to operational policies, NinjaOne is unable to hire for this role within the city limits of Chicago. We will consider all qualified candidates who reside outside of the city proper or are willing to self‑relocate.

Salary and Benefits

Starting pay depends on various factors, including location, market demand, experience, job‑related knowledge, and skills. For roles based in California, Colorado, Maryland, New Jersey, or Washington the base salary hiring range is $180,000 to $220,000 per year. For roles based in New York the base salary range is also $180,000 to $220,000 per year. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, and paid time off. For applicable states, the benefits package also includes unlimited PTO and opportunities for growth and advancement.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment.