Qualys Platform Engineer

Job Description We are seeking a mid‑senior level Qualys Platform Engineer / Subject Matter Expert to join a team of engineers supporting enterprise vulnerability detection and compliance capabilities. This role provides hands‑on engineering and platform ownership for Qualys VMDR, Cloud Agent operations, and Policy Compliance, working collaboratively within a Qualys SME team to ensure platform stability, coverage, automation, and operational excellence. This is an individual contributor role with no people‑management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Act as a Qualys SME within a team of Qualys platform engineers, collectively supporting and advancing VMDR and Policy Compliance capabilities. Administer, configure, and optimize Qualys VMDR, Cloud Agents, and scanner operations across Windows and Linux environments. Ensure reliable asset coverage, agent health, scan performance, and data quality. Analyze vulnerability and compliance findings and partner with infrastructure, application, and security teams to drive timely remediation. Contribute to automation and integrations using Qualys APIs and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash). Support and enhance ServiceNow integrations for vulnerability intake, tracking, and remediation workflows. Participate in platform monitoring, incident response, upgrades, change management, and root cause analysis. Produce and maintain documentation, dashboards, and reporting in support of operational, audit, and leadership needs. Required Qualifications 5+ years of IT security or systems engineering experience, with 3+ years focused on Qualys platform engineering. Strong hands‑on experience with Qualys VMDR, Cloud Agent deployment, and Policy Compliance in an enterprise environment. Solid understanding of the vulnerability management lifecycle, including detection, prioritization, remediation, and validation. Strong Windows and Linux/Unix systems knowledge with working understanding of network‑based and authenticated scanning. Experience with automation, scripting, and Qualys APIs, including integrations with ServiceNow or similar platforms. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team‑based engineering model while independently owning complex technical deliverables. Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills. Desired Qualifications Experience contributing to scaled vulnerability management programs or shared‑service security platforms. Relevant Qualys or security certifications. Familiarity with adjacent tools such as NetBrain, Aqua, or asset/CMDB platforms. Skills Influence Result Orientation Solution Design Stakeholder Management Technical Strategy Development Access and Identity Management Critical Thinking Cyber Security Information Systems Management Risk Management Collaboration DevOps Practices Financial Management Solution Delivery Process Test Engineering Shift 1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week 40 Pay Transparency details US - CO - Denver - 1144 15th St - Denver Gis (CO9926), US - DC - Washington - 1800 K St NW - 1800 K Street NW (DC1842), US - IL - Chicago - 540 W Madison St - Bank Of America Plaza (IL4540) Pay Range $98,400.00 - $160,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set. Discretionary Incentive This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company. Benefits This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry‑leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve. #J-18808-Ljbffr