Principal Subject Matter Expert, Scanning Technologies (Remote) at Qualys

Qualys is looking for an experienced Principal SME for Scanning Technologies to join the Product team in USA. As a SME at Qualys, you will lead strategic initiatives to enhance vulnerability detection, scanning accuracy, and remediation workflows across enterprise environments using Qualys Cloud Agent, SDK / Command Line Agent etc. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of Qualys scanning platforms, driving and improving scan performance and utilizing multiple scanners when and how to run a supplemental scan against a Cloud Agent asset. This role is ideal for a seasoned cybersecurity professional with deep expertise in vulnerability management, scanning technologies, and enterprise-scale remediation strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and optimization of scanning technologies across Qualys platforms (Cloud Agent, Command Line Agent, VMDR, Policy Compliance, etc.) to define scanning strategies and  best practices
• Architect scalable scanning solutions for hybrid environments (cloud, on-prem, edge).
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to enhance scan coverage, reduce false positives, and improve detection fidelity.
• Serve as the technical authority on Qualys scanning tools, APIs, and integrations
• Drive continuous improvement in scanning methodologies, including agent-based and agentless approaches.
• Represent Qualys in industry forums, customer engagements, and partner alliances focused on scanning and risk operations.
• Interface with product management to help prioritize the most impactful scanning strategies
• Improve Vulnerability Coverage Efficacy
• Develop and deliver a variety of technical engagements including workshops, whiteboarding architecture design sessions, and training
• Lead delivery of a fully functional, integrated Proof of Concept leveraging the latest Qualys SDK, Command Line Agent and other relevant interfaces and scanners for comprehensive scanning strategies.

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in vulnerability management, scanning technologies, and enterprise security operations.
• Expertise in Qualys platforms (VMDR, Policy Compliance) will be good but not mandatory.
• Solid understanding of OS-level security, network protocols, and cloud infrastructure.
• Experience with API integrations, CMDB enrichment, and scan orchestration.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in a global, matrixed environment.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in large enterprise environments.
• Background in product design, Pre sales, and familiarity working with product builds.
• Familiarity with risk-based vulnerability management frameworks
• Experience in 24/7 high-availability infrastructure and application hosting.
• Good understanding and hands-on experience with Security products and technologies not limited to asset management, patching, vulnerability management, risk assessment, configuration management, and cloud security.
• Ability to understand and design complex architectures that improves scanning efficiency use cases end-to-end
• Self-starter who has a “can-do” attitude and passion for leveraging technology to solve business problems
• Strong communicator
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills