Qualys Security Engineer- Active Secret Clearance Required at VETS, Inc

Staffing Pros, a division of VETS Inc., is recruiting for a full-time Qualys Security Engineer onsite in Washington, DC or Beltsville, MD. This position requires an Active Secret Clearance. This position is based on-site at either the Washington, DC or Beltsville, MD office, with occasional travel between the two locations. Oversee day-to-day management of the Qualys platform including agents, scanners, and connectors.Optimize scan configurations, authentication methods, and template deployments.Review and interpret scan results to generate actionable intelligence for technical and non-technical audiences.Partner with infrastructure, development, and SOC teams to validate findings and drive remediation efforts.Automate tasks using Qualys APIs and custom scripts to support reporting and data integration.Maintain an up-to-date asset inventory through discovery and classification workflows.Minimize false positives through tuning and validation.Conduct policy compliance assessments in support of regulatory frameworks.Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts in vulnerability management best practices. Qualifications:Basic Qualifications5+ years of hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools (strong preference for Qualys).Must be able to commute to Beltsville, MD or Washington, DC for full-time onsite work.Proficiency in scripting (Python, PowerShell, or Bash).Familiarity with network protocols, OS security (Windows/Linux), and web application vulnerabilities.Understanding of compliance standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, CIS Controls, ISO 27001.)Qualys Vulnerability Management & Policy Compliance.Qualys Web Application Scanning.Automation using Qualys APIs.Network architecture and protocol knowledge.Database and OS-level security.Vulnerability lifecycle and remediation strategies.Excellent written and verbal communication.Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.Ability to operate independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Solid documentation and reporting practices.Experience engaging with cross-functional stakeholders.US Citizenship with a Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Preferred QualificationsProfessional certifications: CISSP, CEH, GIAC, or equivalent.Exposure to other scanning tools (e.g., Tenable, Rapid7).Familiarity with public cloud security models (AWS, Azure, GCP).Experience with configuration management tools and CI/CD pipelines.Background in system administration, network engineering, or DevSecOps. EEO StatementStaffing Pros a division of VETS-inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.