Threat and Vulnerability Specialist

We have an exciting opportunity for a Threat and Vulnerability Specialist to join the University’s Information Security Team. This team is a high-profile, proactive team which enables the University to function at its best by reducing the risk of cyber security incidents and data breaches and responding effectively to any incidents that should occur. We work as subject matter experts, collaborating with teams across the University and with our external partners to identify and mitigate threat and risk.

The Threat and Vulnerability Specialist is responsible for supporting and delivering the operation of the vulnerability management function. The post holder will utilise vulnerability management tools and techniques to co-ordinate, categorise and prepare vulnerability remediation plans and present metrics / KPIs to senior stakeholders. The role will also analyse threat data from multiple sources to enrich vulnerability information and highlight emerging threat patterns. It will support the development of technologies, policies and procedures to build a high performing vulnerability management function.

Candidates should have a comprehensive specialised knowledge of relevant security tools, processes, and techniques to ensure compliance with University procedures, regulations and legislation along with knowledge of best practice techniques for information technology systems.

This post is full time (35 hours p/w) and open ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Alun McGlinchey, Chief Information Security Officer, Alun.McGlinchey@glasgow.ac.uk.

For more information on this exciting role and how to apply please follow the link: www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/threat-and-vulnerability-specialist

www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/appointments/securityrecruitment

Closing date: 27^th June 2025 at 23:45

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

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