Cyber Security Analyst-VM

Wipro Limited; Norwich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipro Limited in Norwich is seeking a hands-on Cyber Security Analyst-VM to manage vulnerability operations for large enterprise environments. You will run Qualys VM/VMDR scans, validate findings, and drive remediation with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced BAU setting.

The role emphasizes day-to-day execution, reporting, and stakeholder coordination, with exposure to ServiceNow/Jira and cloud workloads (AWS/Azure).

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Qualys VM/VMDR in large enterprise environments.
• Solid understanding of vulnerability lifecycle and remediation workflows.
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems and basic networking.
• Exposure to cloud vulnerability scanning (AWS/Azure) is desirable.
• Ability to coordinate remediation with IT teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Execute authenticated/unauthenticated vulnerability scans across servers, devices, and cloud workloads.
• Analyze results, validate findings, and prioritize remediation using CVSS and asset criticality.
• Coordinate remediation tickets in ServiceNow/Jira and perform re-scans to confirm closure.
• Produce weekly/monthly vulnerability reports and assist audits (ISO27001, CIS).
• Automate reporting and participate in BAU governance activities.

Skills

Qualys VM/VMDR

Vulnerability management

Windows & Linux OS

Cloud vulnerability scanning

Threat hunting basics

Tools

ServiceNow

Jira

Nessus

Rapid7

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Security Analyst-VM

City: Norwich

State/Province: Norfolk

Posting Start Date: 9/10/26

Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients' most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With over 230,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world. For additional information, visit us at www.wipro.com.

Job Description

Role Purpose The purpose of this role is to analyze attack patterns, develop incident response plans, ensure audit readiness, and implement disaster recovery measures, to ensure adherence to cyber security regulatory frameworks.

Areas of responsibility

Monitoring and Incident Detection-Analyse attack trends and correlate logs across systems to identify advance threats. Enhance monitoring processes and implement improvements for faster detection, to ensure compliance with security frameworks and regulatory standards.

Incident Handling and Analysis-Perform root cause analysis, create incident response plans and implement disaster recovery measures to minimize business disruption

Threat Assessment and Analytics-Undertake forensic analysis using advanced analytics tools and implement mitigation measures to align with compliance requirements.

Stakeholder Coordination and Audit Assistance-"Liaise with cross functional teams, external vendors and auditors to ensure compliance with security frameworks." Maintain audit documentation and ensure its accuracy while implementing processes that support audit readiness and continuous compliance.

Training and Awareness-Assist in creating and delivering cybersecurity awareness sessions, including guidance on phishing and malicious emails.

Role: Vulnerability Management Analyst - Qualys VM

Role Summary

We are looking for a hands-on Vulnerability Management professional with strong operational experience on Qualys VM / VMDR to support BAU vulnerability operations for large enterprise environments.

The role is execution-heavy and requires day-to-day ownership of scanning, validation, remediation tracking, reporting, and stakeholder coordination, rather than advisory or governance-only work.

Key Responsibilities

Qualys VM Operations

• Perform authenticated and unauthenticated vulnerability scans using Qualys VM / VMDR across:
  • Servers (Windows & Linux)
  • Network devices
  • Endpoints
  • Cloud workloads (AWS / Azure)
• Manage asset discovery, tagging, and grouping within Qualys.
• Configure and maintain scan profiles, schedules, and exclusions based on environment and risk.
• Troubleshoot scan failures, authentication issues, and agent-related problems.

Vulnerability Analysis & Validation

• Analyze Qualys scan results and:
  • Validate true positives
  • Identify and eliminate false positives
• Apply risk-based prioritization using CVSS, exploitability, asset criticality, and threat context.
• Track zero-day and high-severity vulnerabilities and support expedited remediation.

Remediation & Stakeholder Coordination

• Create, track, and manage remediation tickets using:
  • ServiceNow / Jira or equivalent ITSM tools
• Work closely with:
  • Infrastructure teams
  • Application owners
  • Cloud and platform teams
• Follow up on remediation SLAs and perform re-scans to confirm closure.

Reporting & BAU Governance

• Prepare and publish:
  • Weekly / Monthly vulnerability reports
  • Executive summaries and dashboards
• Support compliance and audit requirements (ISO 27001, CIS benchmarks, etc.).
• Maintain SOPs, runbooks, and BAU documentation.

Tooling & Automation (Good to Have)

• Support Qualys API integrations with ServiceNow, SIEM, or reporting tools.
• Basic scripting exposure (Python / PowerShell / Bash) for automation and data handling.

Mandatory Skills & Experience

Core Technical Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Qualys VM / Qualys VMDR (mandatory)
• Solid understanding of:
  • Vulnerability lifecycle (identify > assess > remediate > validate)
  • CVE, CVSS, exploitability, patching concepts
• Experience with:
  • Windows & Linux OS
  • Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, ports, firewalls)
• Exposure to cloud vulnerability scanning (AWS / Azure) is highly desirable.

Tools & Platforms

• Qualys VM / VMDR
• ITSM tools: ServiceNow / Jira
• Supporting tools: Nessus / Rapid7 (good to have, not mandatory)
• Reporting tools: Excel / Power BI (basic to intermediate)

Soft Skills (Important for BAU Success)

• Strong operational ownership mindset
• Ability to manage multiple remediation streams in parallel
• Clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Comfortable handling escalations and SLA-driven delivery
• Good documentation and reporting discipline

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Experience in managed security services
• Exposure to:
  • Policy compliance scanning
  • Cloud posture / infrastructure security
• Certifications (preferred, not mandatory):
  • Qualys certification
  • CEH / Security+ / ISO 27001 awareness

Role Type

• Hands-on BAU / Run Operations
• Not a consulting-only or GRC-only role
• Ideal for candidates who enjoy day-to-day vulnerability operations and execution

Mandatory Skills: Vulnerability Management.

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