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Vulnerability Management Analyst

LorienReading, Berkshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 23 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to refine your vulnerability management expertise within a dynamic cyber security environment, driving critical governance functions. You'll thrive here if you possess strong analytical skills and a proven ability to manage risk assessments and stakeholder engagement, contributing to a leading company's security maturity. Apply now to leverage your skills and make a significant impact in this exciting contract position.

Quick Overview

Salary
£500 - £600/mo
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Temporary/Casual
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Vulnerability Management Analyst (Contract)
Location: Reading/Havant (Hybrid)
Duration: 6 months
Rate: £500-£600 per day
Start: ASAP
Clearance: BPSS

Our client is looking for two experienced Vulnerability Management Analysts to support the delivery of a centralised governance function focused on vulnerability exception management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Establish and operate a governance framework for vulnerability exceptions
  • Define and maintain end-to-end exception management processes aligned to security policies
  • Conduct risk-based assessments of vulnerability exceptions, focusing on high and critical risks (including KEVs)
  • Review, challenge and approve exception requests, ensuring clear ownership and remediation timelines
  • Track and report on exception status, risk exposure, and ageing across the estate

Key Skills & Experience:

  • Strong background in vulnerability management within a cyber security environment
  • Experience with exception management, governance, and risk assessment
  • Understanding of CVEs, KEVs, and remediation processes
  • Ability to engage stakeholders and drive accountability
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced environment, contributing to the maturity of vulnerability governance and risk management practices.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Skills

Risk Assessment
Risk Management

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