Senior Vulnerability Engineer - First Advantage (mumbai/bangalore) (Maharashtra)

Bangalore MAHARASHTRA India As a Senior Vulnerability Engineer at First Advantage FA you will be responsible for leading and evolving the organization s vulnerability management program across cloud on-premises and hybrid environments You will drive the identification analysis and remediation of critical security issues while developing automated workflows and executive-level reporting to measure and improve risk posture You will serve as a key liaison between security infrastructure and compliance teams ensuring alignment with industry standards and audit requirements This role is ideal for a technically skilled and process-oriented skilled who is passionate about reducing risk mentoring others and strengthening enterprise security through scalable and strategic solutions Roles and responsibilities Lead Vulnerability Scanning Operations Oversee and optimize vulnerability scanning across cloud on-premises and hybrid environments to ensure comprehensive coverage and timely detection of security risks Coordinate Risk Analysis and Remediation Lead the triage and risk assessment of critical vulnerabilities coordinating remediation efforts with technical teams to reduce exposure and improve response times Develop Dashboards and Reports Build and maintain executive-level dashboards and reports to track key metrics such as mean time to remediation MTTR vulnerability trends and risk posture Automate and Streamline Workflows Design and implement automated scanning and remediation workflows to enhance efficiency consistency and scalability of the vulnerability management program Collaborate Across Teams Partner with infrastructure application compliance and security teams to resolve systemic issues align on priorities and drive continuous improvement in security posture Support Compliance and Audit Readiness Assist in maintaining compliance with internal policies and external frameworks e g NIST ISO and ensure audit-ready documentation of standards and procedures Mentor and Develop Talent Provide guidance and mentorship to Vulnerability Engineers contributing to team training knowledge sharing and process development Enhance Program Maturity Continuously evaluate and improve vulnerability management practices tools and processes to align with evolving threats and organizational goals Skill required Vulnerability Management Expertise Extensive experience with enterprise vulnerability scanning platforms e g Tenable Qualys Rapid7 and the ability to interpret and act on scan results effectively Experience building and deploying these tools preferred Risk Analysis and Remediation Coordination Proven ability to assess risk prioritize vulnerabilities and coordinate remediation efforts across technical teams Cloud and Infrastructure Knowledge Familiarity with cloud platforms e g AWS Azure GCP and hybrid infrastructure environments including native security tools and configurations Reporting and Metrics Development Experience building dashboards and reports to track key metrics like MTTR exposure trends and remediation progress using tools such as Power BI Tableau or similar Communication and Cross-Functional Collaboration Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical findings to both technical and executive stakeholders and a proven track record of working collaboratively across infrastructure application and compliance teams to drive security improvements Self-Starter A self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset demonstrating the ability to take initiative and drive projects forward in a cross-functional environment Automation and Scripting Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python Bash or PowerShell to automate scanning and remediation workflows preferred Qualifications Experience 6-10 years of experience in cybersecurity with focus on vulnerability management and or risk analysis Education Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Information Technology Cybersecurity or a related field preferred equivalent professional experience will also be considered Certifications Relevant certifications in cybersecurity such as CISSP OSCP or GIAC preferred Work Location Mumbai Bangalore Joining time needed 15 days Perks and Benefits Health WellnessDental InsuranceVision InsuranceHealth InsuranceLife Insurance Paid Time OffPTO Vacation PolicyPaid Holidays Financial Benefits401K Retirement PlanTuition ReimbursementEmployee Stock Purchase Plan Office PerksWork From Home Policy .