Vulnerability Analyst

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Palo Alto, CA, USA · New York, USA · San Jose, CA, USA · Bastrop, TX, USA
USD 162k-297k / year + Equity
Posted on Jul 1, 2025
Role: Vulnerability Analyst
Location: Palo Alto, CA, San Jose, CA, New York City
Salary Range: $162,000 - $297,000 + Equity

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At X, we're on a mission to revolutionize digital interaction and create the Everything App. Our platform is a space where people can connect, share ideas, and engage in meaningful conversations.

We’re looking for a talented and security-driven Vulnerability Analyst to join our team and help us bring our vision to life.

Who We Are:

The Vulnerability Management team is responsible for assessing and mitigating security risks across the X portfolio. This role will focus on vulnerability analysis and risk assessment, ensuring the organization is well-protected against emerging threats. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in vulnerability scoring, data analysis, and automation.

What You’ll Do:

In this role, you’ll be responsible for evaluating vulnerabilities and determining their impact based on industry standards. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to improve security posture and integrate best practices. Your role will include:

  • Conducting vulnerability assessments using the CVSS standard as defined by First.org.

  • Understanding and implementing vector strings and vector chaining for risk evaluation.

  • Performing data analysis to assess security risks across the organization.

  • Identifying vulnerability reachability and impact to prioritize security responses.

  • Writing Python scripts to manage and manipulate data from sources such as CSV, Excel, JSON, and RESTful APIs.

  • Applying MITRE ATT&CK framework for attack path analysis.

  • Creating data reporting solutions, including simple dashboards.

  • Engaging with stakeholders across the organization to ensure security buy-in.

  • Demonstrating strong critical analysis, problem-solving, and security expertise.

Who You Are:

You are a highly skilled Vulnerability Analyst with deep expertise in vulnerability assessment, data management, and security frameworks. You have strong analytical skills and a keen ability to evaluate risk. The ideal candidate will also have:

  • Mastery of CVSS and its environmental processing.

  • Expertise in Python for security data manipulation.

  • Strong understanding of vulnerability impact, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.

  • Proficiency with MITRE ATT&CK framework for security analysis.

  • Experience creating dashboard-based reports to communicate security findings.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with Elastic/OpenSearch.

  • Familiarity with Kibana/Grafana dashboarding.

  • Development of security automation playbooks.

At X, our small but fast-paced team values innovation and creativity. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of X and our aspiration to build the Everything App. If you thrive in a dynamic, high-growth tech environment and relish the opportunity to collaborate with passionate, driven over-achievers, your career with us here at X will be both exhilarating and fulfilling.

Apply now to join our team!