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Senior Vulnerability Management Engineer

Systemtec, New York, NY, United States


SYSTEMTEC

is seeking a

Senior Vulnerability Management Engineer

for a hybrid opportunity in Columbia, SC. The candidate will lead and enhance enterprise vulnerability management efforts by identifying, analyzing, and driving remediation of security risks across a diverse IT environment. This role partners with technical teams to strengthen security posture through effective tooling, reporting, and risk prioritization.

Required Qualifications of the

Senior Vulnerability Management Engineer

:

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide sponsorship or work with Third-Party agencies.
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or a related field
OR

eight (8) years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree
OR

five (5) years of experience supporting enterprise IT environments and/or system deployments
5+ years of experience working with vulnerability management tools such as Qualys, Tenable, or Rapid7
5+ years of experience deploying, configuring, and supporting vulnerability management platforms
Strong knowledge (5+ years) of Windows and Linux operating systems
Experience applying CVSS scoring and risk-based remediation methodologies
Proven ability to track and manage remediation activities, including POA&M development
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret vulnerability data and recommend solutions
Experience working within enterprise IT or security environments
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Preferred

Skills / Experience

of the Senior Vulnerability Management Engineer:

Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST, PCI DSS, ITIL, and MITRE ATT&CK
Experience with scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
Background in application security or secure coding practices
Experience supporting large-scale or multi-team vulnerability management programs
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, CEH, OSCP, or GPEN
Responsibilities of the Senior Vulnerability Management Engineer:

Administer and optimize vulnerability management tools, including scan configurations and reporting
Analyze vulnerabilities, prioritize remediation, and document risk acceptance where applicable
Track remediation progress and ensure alignment with established service level objectives
Collaborate with teams to validate system criticality and risk classification
Provide guidance and training on vulnerability management best practices
Deliver regular reporting and updates on risk posture to stakeholders
Work Location:

Hybrid in Columbia, SC (onsite as needed)

Compensation / Benefits:
Full-Time Employment with SYSTEMTEC means a competitive salary + paid OT, PTO, holidays, health, dental, disability, and life coverage, 401K, tuition reimbursement and more.

***Please note:

SYSTEMTEC is not set up to employ workers in the states of California, New York, and New Jersey .***