Lead Vulnerability Management Engineer

TEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, seeking a highly skilled Senior Vulnerability Management Engineer Lead to stabilize and mature their vulnerability management function. This role involves serving as the technical expert, driving automation, and building the next generation of their vulnerability management program while partnering closely with IT and Security teams.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Senior-most technical authority for vulnerability management, working as an advanced IC with the influence of a consulting director
• Lead engineering efforts across: SaaS, cloud-first environments Kubernetes, containers, and microservices Azure or AWS-based workloads Traditional servers, endpoints, and corporate infrastructure
• Rebuild operational processes and reduce manual workload through Python and/or PowerShell automation
• Partner with leadership to implement the long-term vulnerability management roadmap
• Mentor junior analysts and elevate team maturity without direct personnel management responsibilities
• Evaluate tooling, help define future-state architecture, and drive cross-team alignment
• Work closely with security engineering, infrastructure, and cloud engineering teams

Requirements:

• Vulnerability Management expertise with experience reengineering the security landscape and proactively solving for vulnerabilities
• Must have vulnerability management experience within the Cloud and SaaS environment
• Experience working in an IT Security function at a Software Company to understand the high standards within compliance and vulnerability management
• Strategic thinker with proven examples of automating tasks and improving day to day operations
• Deep experience in vulnerability management engineering within modern SaaS or software companies (not just legacy corporate IT)
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes, containers, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms
• Proven ability to automate workflows using Python or PowerShell
• Ability to function as a high-level IC, Senior advisor, and technical lead
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment undergoing operational repair and modernization
• Strong communication and ability to influence engineering teams
• Experience securing cloud-native applications / SaaS solutions and networks
• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning and threat protection
• Relevant certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500), Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)
• Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
• Exposure to other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP)
• Eagerness to learn across engineering and security