Senior Security Specialist

Senior Security Specialist
Hybrid, EdinburghUp to £70,000 + benefits
BenefitsAs well as offering a competitive salary, in return for your hard work and dedication you will be rewarded with:
Bonus
Flexible hybrid working
Fantastic healthcare and pension scheme
Life assurance
Electric Vehicle Scheme
About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a security professional who wants to make a real impact by leading and maturing an organisation’s vulnerability management programme. You will:
Own and optimise the vulnerability management lifecycle using Tenable.io, Tenable.sc, and Nessus
Perform and analyse vulnerability scans across on-premise, cloud, container, and hybrid environments
Coordinate remediation efforts with technical and business stakeholders
Integrate Tenable with wider platforms to enhance automation and reporting
Deliver dashboards and reports that clearly communicate risk posture to both technical and executive audiences
Stay ahead of evolving threats by contextualising vulnerabilities with real-world intelligence
About YouYou’ll bring the expertise and confidence to influence both technical and strategic decisions. We are looking for someone with:
At least 5 years’ experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on vulnerability management and threat analysis
Proven hands-on experience with Tenable.io, Tenable.sc, and Nessus
Strong understanding of operating systems, networking, cloud platforms and containers
The ability to interpret CVEs and CVSS scores and translate them into risk-based actions
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and want a role that combines technical depth with real influence on strategy and outcomes, we would love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
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