Vulnerability Management Specialist - Cyber Security Consultancy

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Toronto; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and forward-thinking Cyber Security Consultancy is seeking a Vulnerability Management Specialist to join their Penetration Testing team. This position involves conducting vulnerability scans, performing penetration tests, and providing actionable remediation recommendations for clients. The role is 100% remote, offering a competitive salary and substantial benefits including bonuses and paid certifications.

Benefits

10% Bonus

Medical and Dental

Very Generous Annual Leave

Certifications paid for

Qualifications

• Proven experience in penetration testing and vulnerability management.
• Strong proficiency with scanning tools and techniques.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability scans and manual penetration testing.
• Provide actionable recommendations for vulnerability remediation.
• Prepare detailed reports for stakeholder comprehension.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Vulnerability Management

Networking

Web Application Security

Risk Management

Communication

Cloud Environments

Education

Industry certifications such as CEH, OSCP, CISSP

Tools

Nessus

Qualys

OpenVAS

Job description

A dynamic and forward-thinking Cyber Security Consultancy is seeking an experienced Vulnerability Management Specialist consultant to work with their many North American clients.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Penetration testing specialist team and work with interesting and exciting customers.

This is 100% remote with great benefits on offer! If you are interested in this opportunity, apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct vulnerability scans using industry-standard tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys, OpenVAS) to identify security gaps within client networks, systems, and applications.
• Perform manual penetration testing to assess the exploitability of identified vulnerabilities.
• Prioritize and categorize vulnerabilities based on risk, severity, and potential business impact.
• Work with clients to provide actionable recommendations for remediation of vulnerabilities and ensure that corrective actions are taken in a timely manner.
• Prepare clear and detailed reports outlining findings, risk analysis, and remediation recommendations for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices in vulnerability management and penetration testing.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance scanning tools, methodologies, and processes for continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the development of security training materials and resources for clients.

Skills/Must have:

• Proven experience in penetration testing and vulnerability management, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Strong proficiency with vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, OpenVAS) and manual penetration testing techniques.
• In-depth knowledge of networking, web application security, operating systems, and cloud environments.
• Familiarity with common vulnerability databases (CVE, NVD) and relevant frameworks (OWASP Top 10, NIST).
• Solid understanding of security controls, remediation strategies, and risk management.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Industry certifications such as CEH, OSCP, CISSP, or similar are a plus.

Benefits:

• 10% Bonus
• Medical and Dental
• Very Generous Annual Leave
• Certifications paid for

Salary:

• $80,000 base