Vulnerability Management Engineer

GEICO is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced engineer to provide support for vulnerability management. This individual will play a pivotal role in advancing our vulnerability management program, ensuring the security of our information systems and networks. The Vulnerability Management Engineer will lead and support the program, build metrics to drive and prioritize remediations, provide mentorship and coaching for teammates, and proactively manage vulnerabilities within an established timeframe for our hybrid environment.

Position Description:

Our Vulnerability Management Engineer provides the necessary technical skills, analysis and design tasks related to support the management of a secure environment that meets business solution needs and aligns with the organization's architectural governance and standards. The ideal candidate assists with creation of deliverables for managing the organization's vulnerabilities as they are identified and remediated across systems.

Position Responsibilities

As a Vulnerability Management Engineer, you will:

• Support development of a comprehensive vulnerability management program that aligns with our enterprise's objectives and risk appetite.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, Security, Compliance, and Business stakeholders to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities, and develop effective remediation plans.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, ensuring that vulnerability management priorities are well understood and integrated into business processes.
• Drive continuous improvements in vulnerability management processes and tools by leveraging industry-leading technologies, automation, and data-driven insights.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging threats and best practices in vulnerability management and adapt the program accordingly.
• Evaluate and recommend vulnerability management tools and technologies, ensuring the optimal balance of effectiveness and efficiency.
• Aid in the continuous management of third-party software to ensure vulnerabilities are identified and addressed within an appropriate timeframe.
• Develop and deliver regular metrics, reports, KPIs and presentations to executive leadership and key stakeholders, communicating the status and effectiveness of the vulnerability management program.
• Vulnerability contextualization to ensure proper risk is assigned to vulnerable assets.
• Support a diverse vulnerability management program that covers secure software development lifecycle, patch governance, and application security.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Exhibited experience in information security with a focus on vulnerability management.
• Proven experience supporting a successful comprehensive vulnerability management program.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex security topics to a diverse audience.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices accompanied by experience in managing security risks.
• Experience building and maintaining vulnerability metrics that can be easily understood and leveraged to reduce risk.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage projects in a fast-paced dynamic environment to achieve high performance.

Education:

• Bachelors or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent education or work experience.

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Benefits:

As an Associate, you'll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.