Vulnerability Management Engineer - Hybrid Role & Impact

Appfolio; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AppFolio is seeking a Vulnerability Management Specialist to join our security engineering team in Chicago. You will validate, prioritize, and track vulnerabilities to strengthen our SaaS platforms and applications.

The role requires 2–5 years in cybersecurity with hands-on experience in vulnerability management tools and scripting. Collaboration, communication, and a steady drive to improve processes using AI/ML are essential.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or related field or equivalent industry experience.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as GCIA, GCIH, CEH, CISSP, CISM, OSCP.
• Project management certifications such as CAPM or PMP.
• 2-5 years in a related cybersecurity role, preferably vulnerability management, pen testing, or IR.

Responsibilities

• Validate, prioritize, communicate, and track vulnerabilities to improve AppFolio's security posture.
• Respond to emerging threats and 0-day vulnerabilities.
• Ensure compliance with vulnerability management policies and drive best practices.
• Leverage AI/ML and automation to streamline the vulnerability management process.

Skills

Ruby/Python scripting

Vulnerability management

Communication

Security tooling

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Cybersecurity certifications (GCIA, GCIH, CEH, CISSP, CISM, OSCP)

Project management certificates (CAPM, PMP)

Tools

DefectDojo

Invicti

Wiz

Cycode

Burp Suite

Tenable

Job description

AppFolio is seeking a Vulnerability Management Specialist to join our security engineering team in Chicago. You will validate, prioritize, and track vulnerabilities to strengthen our SaaS platforms and applications.

The role requires 2–5 years in cybersecurity with hands-on experience in vulnerability management tools and scripting. Collaboration, communication, and a steady drive to improve processes using AI/ML are essential.