Qualys System Administrator

Required Qualifications:

1. Technical Skills

Hands-on experience administering the Qualys Cloud Platform (VMDR required).

Strong understanding of vulnerability management concepts, CVEs, CVSS scoring, and remediation workflows.

Experience managing large-scale scanning environments (enterprise networks, cloud, endpoints).

Working knowledge of Windows, Linux, networking, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).

Experience with asset inventory, tagging, and data normalization.

Scripting or automation experience (Python, PowerShell, REST APIs).

Experience integrating Qualys with ServiceNow (ITSM or GRC).

2. GRC & Risk Knowledge

Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, NIST RMF, HIPAA Security Rule, or equivalent frameworks.

Ability to translate technical vulnerabilities into business and compliance risk.

Experience supporting audits, assessments, or risk exception processes.

Certifications:

Qualys certifications (VMDR, Policy Compliance, Asset Management)

Security certifications such as Security+, CEH, CISSP, or CISA