Vulnerability Management Engineer – Remote

AppFolio, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AppFolio, Inc. seeks a Vulnerability Management Specialist to strengthen the security of its SaaS platform. You will validate and track vulnerabilities, respond to threats, and drive policy-compliant remediation across multiple teams.

The role emphasizes leveraging AI/automation to speed vulnerability remediation and improve overall risk posture, with a hybrid work arrangement in a US-wide environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a related cybersecurity role, preferably with Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing, or Incident Response.
• Ability to write scripts in Ruby, Python, or other scripting languages.
• Hands-on experience with Vulnerability Management tools such as DefectDojo, Invicti, Wiz, or Cycode.

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 adopt best practices.
• Streamline vulnerability management using AI, ML, and automation.
• Build trust with customers and partners through a strong vulnerability program.

Skills

Ruby/Python scripting

Vulnerability management

Manual testing

SAST/DAST/SCA

Operating systems (Linux, MacOS, Win)

Communication

risk assessment frameworks (CVSS)

Project-style oversight

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

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

Project management certifications (CAPM/PMP)

Tools

DefectDojo

Invicti

Wiz

Cycode

Job description

AppFolio, Inc. seeks a Vulnerability Management Specialist to strengthen the security of its SaaS platform. You will validate and track vulnerabilities, respond to threats, and drive policy-compliant remediation across multiple teams.

The role emphasizes leveraging AI/automation to speed vulnerability remediation and improve overall risk posture, with a hybrid work arrangement in a US-wide environment.