Vulnerability Assessment Specialist

Vulnerability Assessment Specialist – Amsterdam

Start as soon as possible
Hybrid role, 3 days on site, 2 days remote
Initial contract 1 year, after that it changes to a permanent position
Fluent in English

Required:-      Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field is required. At least 5 years of experience in IT security, information security management, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a vulnerability management role. Proven experience with continuous threat exposure management, attack surface management, & vulnerability management solutions. Strong understanding of security frameworks & standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, IEC62443 & GDPR. Experience with security technologies including firewalls, intrusion detection/ prevention systems, antivirus software, & encryption tools. Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Tenable, Hexagon).

As a Vulnerability Management Specialist, you are responsible for leading the efforts to continuously identify, assess, & manage the organization’s IT & OT threat attack surface exposure.  You will work closely with other IT & OT security teams to prioritize remediation efforts & ensure the overall security posture of the organization. The role requires a strong understanding of vulnerability management, penetration testing, & attack surface monitoring tools.

Vulnerability Management Specialist Responsibilities
 

• Lead or participate in security assessments, vulnerability management, & penetration testing initiatives, following best practice according to industry standards like ISO 27001, NIST, & GDPR.
• Continuously discover & catalog internet-facing & critical assets on both IT & OT to ensure full visibility of my client’s external footprint. Maintain an accurate & up-to-date inventory that reflects changes in the digital landscape.
• Assess discovered assets for misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, & potential exposures. Prioritize identified risks based on safety, business impact, & exploitability, as well as relevant threat intelligence.
• Work with the risk assessment team to Assess the risk associated with identified vulnerabilities.
• Stay up to date on the latest vulnerabilities & security threats.
• Develop & maintain vulnerability management policies & procedures
• Competent experienced in in deploying, managing, troubleshooting & operationalizing vulnerability managements tools.
• Lead the integration of vulnerability findings with threat intelligence to detect active threats & adversary activity.
• Lead coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities & exposures on both IT & OT. Facilitate prioritization based on risk, business impact, & threat context, while driving accountability & tracking progress across remediation workflows.
• Design & build dashboards within vulnerability management platforms to visualize asset risk, remediation progress, & exposure trends Ensure dashboards are technically robust, stakeholder-aligned, & support data-driven decision-making.
• Work closely with system & network administrators to close the identified vulnerabilities & harden configurations. management best practices.

Vulnerability Management Specialist Education

Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field is required.
Master's Degree: A master’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), Security+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), IEC62443 certifications are preferred.
Vulnerability Management Specialist Certifications:
Certifications such as CISSP, Security+, or CEH are preferred.
Continuous Improvement:
Commitment towards continuous learning & professional development in the field of cybersecurity.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.