Vulnerability Management Analyst

at Robert Half in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

Robert Half’s client is looking for an individual who will develop and implement a comprehensive vulnerability management program that aligns with client business objectives and risk appetite. The individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams within the IT organization and build and maintain relationships with business stakeholders across the organization, ensuring that vulnerability management priorities are well understood and integrated into business processes.

Responsibilities:

- Drive continuous improvements in vulnerability management processes and tools

- Implement best practices in vulnerability management and guide the program accordingly

- Balance the effectiveness and efficiency of existing vulnerability management tools and technologies

- Provide support and maintain tools required for the vulnerability management program

- Assess the business risk of new vulnerabilities to prioritize remediation efforts/focus

Deliverables:

1. Develop and deliver regular reporting metrics

a. Compliance with established timelines for remediation

ii. Differentiate Manufacturing vs corporate systems.

c. Vulnerability trending reports (monthly & quarterly)

d. Third party software remediation for critical updates/patches

e. Inventory of Operating Systems in use, by version

2. Develop vulnerability management and tracking system

3. Develop escalation process for risk exceptions or extensions

4. Develop process to identify zero-day vulnerabilities in the environment

5. Develop remediation testing and roll-out procedures based on role and responsibilities

6. Develop standard reporting template/dashboard for Executive reporting

Security Vulnerability, Network Vulnerability, Vulnerability Analysis, Vulnerability Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Information security, Documentation, Process Documentation

Qualifications and Experience:

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security with a role focused on vulnerability management.

- Proven experience building and running a successful comprehensive vulnerability management program.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex security topics to a diverse audience.

- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principals and best practices accompanied by experience in managing security risks.

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