Senior Threat and Vulnerability Analyst

Pearson

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Job Category: TechnologyJob Description:About the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Threat and Vulnerability Management Senior Analyst to join our Security team and play a crucial role in safeguarding Pearson. As a senior member of the team, you will be a key player in supporting the development, implementation, and management of our vulnerability management program, ensuring the timely identification, prioritization, and remediation of security vulnerabilities across our assets. You will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of cyber threats and mitigation strategies and possess strong leadership and communication skills to effectively collaborate with various teams across the organization.Responsibilities:
  • Support the development and implementation of a comprehensive vulnerability management program aligned with best practices and industry standards.
  • Responsible to gather, analyse, and disseminate intelligence on cyber threats.
  • Help define and maintain vulnerability scanning procedures and processes, including the selection and configuration of vulnerability scanning tools.
  • Analyze and prioritize vulnerabilities based on severity, exploitability, and business impact.
  • Help develop and implement remediation plans in collaboration with IT operations and application owners, ensuring timely and effective patching and mitigation.
  • Track and report on vulnerability management metrics, including scan coverage, MTTR (mean time to remediation), and compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing updates on vulnerabilities, risks, and remediation progress.
  • Help conduct regular reviews and assessments of the program, identifying areas for improvement and recommending changes.
  • Stay up to date on the latest cyber threats and vulnerabilities, and ensure the program reflects evolving threat landscapes.
  • You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, utilize advanced tools, and leverage your expertise to investigate, contain, eradicate, and recover from major security incidents.
Qualifications:
  • Strong experience in vulnerability management.
  • Ability to support the management of projects
  • Strong understanding of cyber threats, vulnerability assessment methodologies, and risk assessment frameworks.
  • Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and security technologies.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA) a plus.

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