Lead Security Engineer

qualys· QLYS_IN Qualys Security TechServices Private Ltd.
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📍 PuneFull time
Full timeQLYS_IN Qualys Security TechServices Private Ltd.

About this role

Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world!

As a Lead Engineer, Security Signatures you will be part of a Qualys Threat Research Unit that is responsible for the research, development, and delivery of emergent vulnerability signatures. This opening is your opportunity to work on a unique security solution in the rapidly expanding fields of penetration testing, vulnerability assessments and cyber security. 

  

Responsibilities 

  • Research and create signatures for the Qualys product to detect vulnerabilities in Industrial Control Systems. 

  • Research new and emerging technologies to identify vulnerabilities and exploits. 

  • Research zero-day and actively attack vulnerabilities to create signatures to identify vulnerable assets. 

  • Build automation for day-to-day tasks. 

 

Qualifications 

  • Experience and strong knowledge in penetration testing and vulnerability management.

  • Knowledge and hands on experience with several types of security vulnerabilities and attacks such as cross-site scripting, privilege escalation, remote code execution.

  • Proficient with regular expressions. 

  • Bachelor's in computer science with 5+ years of experience in Information Security domain or Masters in Computer Science or Cyber Security. 

  • In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, FTP, SSH, TLS/SSL, and SMTP protocols. 

  • Experience with scripting languages, including Python and Bash. 

  • Experience with network analysis tools, analysis of packet captures. 

  • System administrator experience on Windows or Unix platforms. 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

 

Additional Plus Competencies 

  • Understanding of Lua (preferred), or Python

  • Knowledge of Virtualization software (VMWare, Virtual PC/Virtual Box, XEN, etc.). 

  • Knowledge of container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. 

  • Able to handle projects independently. 

  • Experienced in the use of vulnerability scanners, IDS, and multiple security tools. 

  • Experience in developing security-related tools/programs. 

  • OSCP and similar certifications. 

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This Lead Security Engineer role at qualys is based in Pune. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Lead Security Engineer role at qualys full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Lead Security Engineer role in the QLYS_IN Qualys Security TechServices Private Ltd. department at qualys.
Which team or department does the Lead Security Engineer at qualys belong to?
This Lead Security Engineer position is part of the QLYS_IN Qualys Security TechServices Private Ltd. department at qualys. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Lead Security Engineer job at qualys posted?
This Lead Security Engineer position at qualys was posted on Jun 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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