Location: Various locations across Australia (Remote and Onsite opportunities available)
Type: Contract, Permanent, or Subcontractor
Summary
SovereignSourced invites experienced Vulnerability Management Specialists to join our employment register. This register provides a pathway to exclusive roles across industries such as financial services, government, healthcare, and critical infrastructure. While registering does not guarantee immediate placement, it ensures you are considered for roles aligned with your expertise as they arise.
About the Role
Vulnerability Management Specialists are crucial in identifying, assessing, and mitigating security vulnerabilities to safeguard organisational infrastructure. This role involves proactive threat detection, patch management, and continuous improvement of security posture. Flexible engagement options, including contract, permanent, or subcontractor roles, allow you to customise your career path.
Salary Range
Vulnerability Management Specialist salaries range from AUD 90,000 per year for junior-level positions to AUD 320,000 per year for senior contractor roles managing large-scale or critical environments.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct regular vulnerability scans and assessments across IT infrastructure.
Prioritise and manage remediation of vulnerabilities based on risk impact and criticality.
Collaborate with IT and security teams to implement effective patch management strategies.
Monitor vulnerability trends and emerging threats, providing timely updates to stakeholders.
Develop and maintain vulnerability management reports, dashboards, and metrics.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and frameworks, such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS benchmarks.
Conduct root cause analysis of vulnerabilities and recommend long-term mitigations.
Engage in continuous improvement by recommending and deploying advanced vulnerability management tools and techniques.
Skills and Experience
Proven experience in vulnerability assessment, remediation planning, and management.
Proficiency with vulnerability scanning tools like Nessus, Qualys, or Rapid7.
Knowledge of operating systems, network protocols, and application security.
Familiarity with patch management processes and tools (e.g., SCCM, WSUS).
Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or SOC 2.
Strong analytical skills to evaluate risks and propose effective solutions.
Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, GIAC Certified Vulnerability Assessor (GCVA), or CISSP are highly desirable.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to liaise with technical and non-technical teams.
Benefits of Joining
Access to exclusive roles in top organisations across Australia’s critical sectors.
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle and career aspirations.
Competitive salary packages that reflect your skills and experience.
Opportunities to work with industry-leading vulnerability management tools and frameworks.
Important Note
Joining our employment register means your application will be retained and considered for future opportunities that match your skills and experience. Registering does not guarantee immediate placement but ensures you’re among the first to be considered for relevant roles as they arise.
