Cyber Vulnerability and Assurance Consultant

Job Description

Cyber Security Vulnerability Testing & Assurance Consultant

About the client:
Our client is a major organisation committed to strengthening vulnerability management and security assurance across complex ICT environments. This role is pivotal in maturing vulnerability assessment processes and optimising security controls.

About the role:
We are seeking an experienced Vulnerability Testing and Assurance Consultant/Analyst to review refine and enhance vulnerability management practices. Youll administer and optimise vulnerability scanning solutions (such as Tenable) deliver actionable recommendations and support a range of cyber security assurance activities.

Key Responsibilities:
Review refine and mature vulnerability assessment processes to align with best practices and compliance requirements.
Administer configure and optimise vulnerability management platforms (e.g. Tenable Nessus ).
Produce detailed vulnerability reports dashboards and metrics to inform stakeholders and track remediation.
Provide advisory services and recommendations for remediation and risk mitigation.
Support additional security assurance activities including penetration testing configuration reviews compliance assessments and incident response.
Collaborate with IT security operations and development teams to ensure prompt and effective vulnerability remediation.
Monitor emerging vulnerabilities threat trends and technology changes for continuous improvement.

Required Experience:
Demonstrated experience in vulnerability assessment and management in enterprise or government environments.
Strong knowledge of vulnerability scanning tools and platforms especially Tenable.
Familiarity with vulnerability scoring frameworks (CVSS) and patch management.
Understanding of security frameworks (ISM PSPF NIST CIS Controls).
Relevant certifications (CISSP CISM CEH Security Tenable Certified Professional) are desirable.
Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Other Requirements:
Must hold Australian Government NV1 security clearance.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
Commitment to professional ethics confidentiality and continuous learning.

Whats on offer
This is a contract role based in Canberra (preferred) with options in Brisbane Sydney Melbourne or Adelaide. Youll play a key role in delivering robust vulnerability management and security assurance in a dynamic high-impact environment.

How to Apply
Please upload your CV to apply. For direct enquiries about the role contact Farbar Siddiq at or 0.

Suitable candidates will be contacted with next steps. You may be required to complete selection criteria as part of the application process