Senior Vulnerability Management Analyst

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Vulnerability Management Analyst for our client in Nelspruit. You will guide vulnerability assessment, risk prioritization, and remediation across IT assets and applications, collaborating with IT operations and security teams to strengthen defenses.

The role demands 4+ years in the field, proficiency with Nessus/Qualys/Rapid7, and familiarity with NIST/ISO27001. Strong reporting and analytical skills are essential for leadership and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years in vulnerability management or related cybersecurity role.
• Proven experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7).
• Strong understanding of vulnerabilities, exploits and risk prioritization.
• Familiarity with NIST/ISO 27001 frameworks; excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular vulnerability scans across IT assets.
• Analyze scan results and prioritize vulnerabilities by risk.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive vulnerability management program.
• Collaborate with IT admins and owners to remediate vulnerabilities promptly.
• Track and report progress of remediation efforts.
• Evaluate and recommend new vulnerability tools and technologies.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Develop and present vulnerability management reports to technical and management audiences.
• Contribute to security awareness training related to vulnerability management.

Skills

Vulnerability management

Vulnerability scanning

Risk assessment

Technical reporting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Nessus

Qualys

Rapid7

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established financial services firm in **Nelspruit**, is seeking a proactive Senior Vulnerability Management Analyst to join their dedicated cybersecurity team. This role is crucial in identifying, assessing, and prioritizing vulnerabilities across the organization's IT infrastructure and applications. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of vulnerability assessment tools, risk analysis, and remediation strategies. You will play a key part in strengthening our client's security posture and reducing their attack surface. This position requires full-time presence at our **Nelspruit**, **Mpumalanga** office, ensuring close collaboration with IT operations and security teams. You will be essential in safeguarding our client's digital assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular vulnerability scans and assessments across all IT assets.
• Analyze scan results to identify and prioritize critical vulnerabilities based on risk.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive vulnerability management program.
• Collaborate with IT system administrators and application owners to ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities.
• Track and report on the progress of vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Evaluate and recommend new vulnerability management tools and technologies.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and vulnerabilities affecting the organization.
• Develop and present vulnerability management reports to technical and management audiences.
• Contribute to security awareness training related to vulnerability management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in vulnerability management or a related cybersecurity role.
• Proven experience with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7).
• Strong understanding of common vulnerabilities and exploits.
• Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and prioritization techniques.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST or ISO 27001.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Experience creating and presenting detailed technical reports.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CEH) are a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and paid time off. Employees benefit from a supportive work environment in **Nelspruit**, opportunities for professional development, and access to advanced vulnerability management tools. Join a dedicated team committed to proactively protecting the organization from cyber threats.