Principal Subject Matter Expert, Scanning Technologies

Principal SME for Scanning Technologies

Qualys Inc. is a leading provider of cloud security and compliance solutions. We are looking for an experienced Principal SME for Scanning Technologies to join the Product team in the USA.

• 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 technical engagements such as 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.

• 6+ years of experience in vulnerability management, scanning technologies, and enterprise security operations.
• Expertise in Qualys platforms (VMDR, Policy Compliance) is desirable 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.

• 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, including asset management, patching, vulnerability management, risk assessment, configuration management, and cloud security.
• Ability to understand and design complex architectures that improve scanning efficiency end‑to‑end.
• Self‑starter with a "can‑do" attitude who is passionate about leveraging technology to solve business problems.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

Salary range: $140,000 - $175,000 per year. This range reflects base salary and does not include incentive compensation or potential equity grants. We also offer a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package.

Qualys is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.