Threat and Vulnerability Analyst

Morgan Hunt are currently recruiting for the University of Glasgow, who require a Threat and Vulnerability Analyst on a permanent basis.

The Threat and Vulnerability Analyst will lead and support the organisation's vulnerability management operations. This involves using specialist tools to identify, assess, and respond to vulnerabilities, developing remediation plans, and delivering reports and metrics to senior stakeholders. The postholder will also analyse threat intelligence to enrich assessments and spot emerging risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor multiple threat intelligence sources to identify emerging risks and recommend mitigations.
• Oversee vulnerability scanning processes, ensuring compliance across all assets.
• Evolve and embed the organisation's vulnerability policy and strategic direction.
• Operate and manage security infrastructure, focusing on vulnerability and endpoint protection tools.
• Collaborate with technical and business units to ensure the integration of vulnerability solutions.
• Act as a subject matter expert, supporting threat reporting and coordinating technical remediation with peers.
• Plan and oversee remediation efforts based on risk analysis and organisational priorities.
• Design and deliver metrics and dashboards to track risk and remediation progress.
• Diagnose and analyse complex technical issues, including control design flaws.
• Stay current with developments in threat and vulnerability research to inform strategy.

Requirements:

Knowledge & Qualifications:

• Essential:
  
  
  • Strong foundation in vulnerability management tools and methodologies.
  • In-depth understanding of IT infrastructure and security practices.
  • Relevant degree (SCQF level 9) or equivalent experience.
• Desirable:
  
  
  • Recognised cyber security certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM).
  • Familiarity with support ticketing processes.

Skills:

• Essential:
  
  
  • Ability to develop and integrate new procedures into daily operations.
  • Strong time management and strategic planning capabilities.
  • Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Desirable:
  
  
  • Experience working with vendors and external partners.

Experience:

• Essential:
  
  
  • Demonstrable experience in vulnerability management or a related field.
  • Proven success operating in complex, fast-paced technology environments.
  • Ability to produce strategic plans, provide advice, and create remediation reports.
• Desirable:
  
  
  • Experience in the higher education sector.
  • Experience collaborating with IT teams.

Details

• Permanent
• £40,497-£45,413
• Hybrid Working
• Generous Pension Scheme and Holiday Allowance

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.