Cybersecurity Specialist

Caterpillar Inc.

Cybersecurity Specialist leading Caterpillar’s enterprise Qualys vulnerability platform and vulnerability-risk prioritization. Driving scanning, integrations, automation, remediation coordination, and AI-assisted security analytics.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeEast Peoria • Illinois, Tennessee, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $128,470 - $208,770 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vulnerability management and security operations, with a strong focus on the administration and continuous improvement of the Qualys platform. Capable of analyzing vulnerability data and collaborating across teams to enhance security posture and compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Vulnerability Management ExpertiseQualys Platform AdministrationCloud Security KnowledgePython Scripting for AutomationStakeholder Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Vulnerability ScanningAuthenticated ScansAsset ManagementThreat Intelligence AnalysisAI and Machine Learning FamiliarityWindows and Linux KnowledgeTCP/IP NetworkingAWS and Azure ExperienceQualys IntegrationsCI/CD Pipeline Experience

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

QualysServiceNowMicrosoft CopilotSecurity CopilotCloud Agent

Certifications & Qualifications

Qualys Vulnerability ManagementPolicy ComplianceWeb Application ScanningVMDRCSAMETMCloud AgentEASM

Industry Keywords

Governance and ComplianceOperational HealthRisk-Based Vulnerability PrioritizationPredictive Risk ModelingVulnerability Lifecycle Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudLinuxPythonServiceNowTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the administration, operation, governance, and continuous improvement of Caterpillar’s enterprise Qualys platform
Manage platform configurations, scan profiles, scanner appliances, schedules, authentication records, asset tags, user access, permissions, subscription usage, and operational health
Ensure availability, accuracy, and scalability of enterprise-wide vulnerability scanning
Coordinate rescanning and validation activities
Maintain integrations between Qualys, ServiceNow, CMDB, cloud platforms, reporting systems, and approved security technologies
Oversee host discovery, authenticated infrastructure scanning, scanner appliance operations, and Cloud Agent deployments
Analyze vulnerability data to identify trends, coverage gaps, systemic issues, and areas requiring attention
Lead risk-based vulnerability prioritization and remediation decision-making using Qualys capabilities, threat intelligence, exploitability, and asset context
Evaluate AI-generated insights, predictive analytics, attack paths, and emerging vulnerability trends
Support audits, controls, and regulatory requirements with Governance and Compliance teams
Create and maintain operational documentation, standards, and vulnerability lifecycle management processes
Assess risks associated with AI-generated recommendations and automated remediation
Partner with Infrastructure, Cloud, Application, and DevOps teams on remediation plans and secure configurations
Advise IT partners on vulnerability risks, remediation techniques, and Qualys best practices
Provide escalation support and root cause analysis for scan failures, agent issues, and false positives
Evaluate and implement Qualys modules, features, and scanning techniques
Drive automation for asset onboarding, reporting, ticketing, and scanning workflows
Identify process gaps and improve vulnerability management maturity across the organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Vulnerability management and security operations expertise
Hands-on experience with Qualys or similar vulnerability management platforms
Experience with vulnerability scanning, authenticated scans, Cloud Agents, and asset management
Knowledge of Windows, Linux, TCP/IP networking, AWS, and Azure
Experience analyzing vulnerability data, CVSS scores, and threat intelligence
Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Familiarity with AI, machine learning, and predictive risk modeling
Experience using Microsoft Copilot, Security Copilot, or similar AI tools for security operations and reporting
Ability to collaborate across security, infrastructure, and application teams
Qualys certifications such as Qualys Vulnerability Management, Policy Compliance, Web Application Scanning, VMDR, CSAM, ETM, Cloud Agent, or EASM preferred as top-candidate qualifications
Experience with ITIL processes, ServiceNow or Remedy, CI/CD pipelines, and Qualys integrations preferred as top-candidate qualifications
Experience with Python or PowerShell scripting for automation preferred as a top-candidate qualification
Experience in large-scale, complex enterprise environments such as Caterpillar preferred as a top-candidate qualification
Ability to translate technical findings into actionable direction for non-technical teams
Must work onsite five days a week
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Relocation is available for this position