Vulnerability Assessment Manager

Req ID: 26-138

Come join our passionate team! Barracuda is a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats. Our platform protects email, data, applications, and networks with innovative solutions, and a managed XDR service, to strengthen cyber resilience. Hundreds of thousands of IT professionals and managed service providers worldwide trust us to protect and support them with solutions that are easy to buy, deploy, and use.

We know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization. Barracuda Networks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equal employment opportunity and equitable compensation regardless of race, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.

Envision Yourself at Barracuda

The Vulnerability Assessment Manager will support the timely delivery of Barracuda Managed XDR Vulnerability Assessment services for our customer base. The Manager, Vulnerability Assessment works among a skilled global SOC team to address security matters across Barracuda XDR customer base. This role supports 24x7x365 operations.What you’ll be working on:

• Responsible for end-to-end management of the vulnerability assessment service.
• Support the implementation of the vulnerability scanning service for new customers.
• Responsible for ongoing management and maintenance of the vulnerability scanning application.
• Facilitate meetings and deliver reports to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide recommendations for patch management based on industry expertise.
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for vulnerability assessment service requests.
• Participate in the SOC emerging threat process in order to ensure a proactive approach to new vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with other Barracuda XDR SOC teams to optimize initiatives such as threat hunting, alert enrichment, etc.
• Measure and track metrics and performance indicators of the vulnerability assessment service.
• Conduct gap analysis and R&D to improve overall vulnerability assessment operations.
• Automate various aspects/tasks of the service lifecycle to drive efficiency and quality for our customers.
• Ongoing updating of our SOC knowledge base and training program.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• 5+ years working in cybersecurity operations.
• Strong leadership, customer service, and presentation skills.
• In depth knowledge of common vulnerability scanning tools such as:
• Rapid7 InsightVM
• Tenable Nessus
• Qualys
• Shodan
• Experience working with a variety of IT environments (Windows, Linux, Mac, cloud computing, IoT, virtual deployments, etc.)
• Knowledge of core networking concepts.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience handling key facets of vulnerability management, especially emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.
• Knowledge of common cybersecurity compliance requirements pertaining to vulnerability management.
• Experience conducting project planning and execution, research and development, and overall program management related to advancements vulnerability assessment.
• Programming skills preferred
• Bachelor's/Master's degree in cybersecurity or relevant field is preferred.
• GEVA, CVA, PenTest+, CEH, or similar certifications are preferred.

What you’ll get from us:

A team where you can voice your opinion, make an impact, and where you and your experience are valued. Internal mobility – there are opportunities for cross training and the ability to attain your next career step within Barracuda.

• Equity, in the form of non-qualifying options
• High-quality health benefits
• Retirement Plan with employer match
• Career-growth opportunities
• Flexible Time Off and Paid Time Off benefits
• Volunteer opportunities

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