Qualys (NASDAQ:QLYS) (NASDAQ: QLYS) is a leading provider of cloud-based security and compliance solutions designed to help organizations streamline their IT security programs. Operating on a unified, modular platform, Qualys offers continuous visibility into global IT assets through a combination of lightweight cloud agents and on-premises scanner appliances. The platform supports an array of security and compliance use cases, enabling real-time detection of vulnerabilities, policy violations and misconfigurations across on-premises, cloud and hybrid environments.
The company’s flagship Qualys Cloud Platform delivers a suite of integrated applications, including vulnerability management, detection and response (VMDR), policy compliance, web application scanning, file integrity monitoring, asset inventory and container security. These applications are delivered as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), allowing customers to deploy and scale quickly without the need for extensive hardware investments or software maintenance. Qualys maintains a global network of scanning appliances in over 125 countries, ensuring comprehensive coverage and up-to-date threat intelligence.
Founded in 1999 by Philippe Courtot and headquartered in Foster City, California, Qualys went public in 2012. Over the years, the company has expanded its platform capabilities through both internal development and strategic acquisitions. Since 2012, Qualys has been led by President and CEO Sumedh Thakar, who has driven the evolution of the platform toward greater automation and expanded support for emerging technologies such as containers and cloud-native environments.
Qualys serves a diverse international customer base across industries including financial services, healthcare, retail, government and energy. With regional offices in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Latin America, the company supports compliance with global security standards and regulatory frameworks. Its cloud-native delivery model and extensive partner ecosystem enable enterprises of all sizes to enhance their security posture and meet rigorous compliance requirements in dynamic IT landscapes.
