Vulnerability Management Engineer

We’re looking for problem solvers, innovators, and dreamers who are searching for anything but business as usual. Like us, you’re a high performer who’s an expert at your craft, constantly challenging the status quo. You value inclusivity and want to join a culture that empowers you to show up as your authentic self. You know that success hinges on commitment, that our differences make us stronger, and that the finish line is always sweeter when the whole team crosses together.

About Alteryx
At Alteryx, we empower organizations to unlock their data's full potential through automated data preparation, AI-powered analytics, and machine learning—built with embedded governance and security. Our mission is to democratize data-driven decision-making, making it accessible to every user, every team, and at every step of the process. Join us as we shape the future of analytics!

About the Role

As a Vulnerability Management Engineer, you will be responsible for managing projects and initiatives focused on reducing cyber security risk associated with system vulnerabilities across the enterprise. You will assist in governing and maturing Alteryx’s vulnerability program while managing technology vulnerabilities, researching cyber incidents and effectively co-leading comprehensive investigations and other security related activities.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the vulnerability management process including triaging identified vulnerabilities and tracking them through the vulnerability lifecycle.
• Be an integral part of our vulnerability management program ensuring we are monitoring for known vulnerabilities which pose a risk to our platform
• Installation, monitoring, testing, troubleshooting, and administration of the vulnerability scanning tools
• Use our threat intelligence & vulnerability data to ensure we’re effectively responding to potential adversaries
• Partner with multiple engineering teams to ensure we’re effectively monitoring our cloud and container infrastructure
• Perform security and technical analysis of solutions, design decisions and threats
• Ensure scheduled scans are covering 100% of intended assets and are being run successfully
• Configure, optimize, and test vulnerability scans against new and existing Operating Systems and platforms
• Ability to develop effective communication and remediation plans for a variety of stakeholders including IT, Engineering, and Security
• Developing process documentation including contributions to policies and procedures

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience/training
• 2+ years in an Information Security or IT role, preferably in red teaming, offensive security, penetration testing, reverse engineering, incident response, vulnerability management, or consulting
• Experience with enterprise vulnerability management platforms such as Tenable.io, Rapid7, Qualys, etc.
• Demonstrated success with Vulnerability Management program(s) or remediation efforts
• Strong skills in critical thinking, decision making, problem solving, and attention to detail

Bonus

• Industry security certifications such as CISSP, or others
• Strong knowledge in major cloud environments such as AWS, GCP or Azure
• Knowledge about CI/CD practices and experience incorporating security requirements into a SDLC.

Compensation

Alteryx is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as your relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location. 

The salary range for this role is $121,000 - $160,000.

In addition, you may be eligible for other compensation, such as a bonus. Employees may also be eligible for a wide range of other benefits, including medical, retirement, financial, wellness, time off, employee discounts, and others.

Find yourself checking a lot of these boxes but doubting whether you should apply? At Alteryx, we support a growth mindset for our associates through all stages of their careers. If you meet some of the requirements and you share our values, we encourage you to apply. As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we’re invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Why Alteryx?

• Impact: Help shape the future of data analytics with Alteryx’s innovative cloud platform, directly impacting how enterprise organizations leverage AI and machine learning.
• Culture: Join a diverse, dynamic team that values collaboration, creativity, and a growth-oriented mindset.
• Growth Opportunities: We are committed to your development. Whether you're advancing your technical skills or growing into broader leadership roles, there are abundant opportunities to accelerate your career.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a flexible and supportive work environment.

Find yourself checking a lot of these boxes but doubting whether you should apply? At Alteryx, we support a growth mindset for our associates through all stages of their careers. If you meet some of the requirements and you share our values, we encourage you to apply. As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we’re invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Benefits & Perks:

Alteryx has amazing benefits for all Associates which can be viewed here.

This position involves access to software/technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.