Incident and Vulnerability Manager

This role is for an experienced professional in vulnerability management and threat intelligence to join our Cyber Operations team. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to further mature and continuously improve our cyber defence capabilities. Cyber Operations forms part of a wider, well established security function operating within a highly regulated environment.In this role, you will lead and continuously enhance the management of vulnerability assessments across our hybrid IT estate. You will prioritise remediation activities using a risk based, threat informed approach, collaborating with stakeholders to strengthen the security posture of our systems and services.You will also oversee our threat intelligence capability, identifying and maintaining relevant intelligence sources to inform tactical, operational, and strategic decision making. You will produce and share high quality threat intelligence products with internal and external stakeholders and use this intelligence to support vulnerability management and threat hunting activities.Additionally, you will contribute to incident response processes and provide support to colleagues responsible for the IPOs protection, detection, and response capabilities.if you have strong relevant expertise, excellent communication skills and a collaborative working style we would love to hear from you.Working StyleThis role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our

Newport Office

.The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office.BenefitsAlongside your salary of £47,766, Intellectual Property Office contributes £13,837 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

Unlimited Pluralsight video learning accessAccess to Microsofts ESI training suiteHybrid working with no core hoursSubstantial support for career progression25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual incrementsYou will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leaveMain duties consist of but are not limited to:Vulnerability Management (Primary Focus)Lead and enhance the organisations vulnerability management programme, including our Penetration Testing programme across a complex hybrid IT environment covering both infrastructure and applications. Scoping, prioritising work, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring remediation activities happen in a timely fashion.Prioritise vulnerabilities using a risk-based, threat-informed approach to support organisational objectives, regulatory requirements, and audit needs.Oversee the full lifecycle of vulnerabilities, including triage, mitigation planning, remediation recommendations, and stakeholder coordination.Develop and maintain vulnerability management policies, procedures, standards, and best practice guidance.Threat Intelligence

Produce high quality tactical, operational, and strategic intelligence assessments and briefings using analysis and interpretation of current threat intelligence. Utilising and liaising with internal stakeholders, commercial sources, open-source intelligence and government partners to provide a rounded, comprehensive view of the current threat landscape.Lead initiatives to strengthen the organisations intelligence capability and participate in information sharing communities.Incident Response SupportContribute and enhance our incident response processes, representing Cyber Security in operational incident calls, keeping stakeholders informed and liaising with government bodies to ensure timely and effective management of threat intelligence and threat hunting.Cyber Risk ManagementPlay an integral part in Cyber Security risk management, conducting risk and threat assessments aligned with regulations. Using your knowledge of standards and expertise to support our stakeholders by providing pragmatic and proportionate advice and best practice guidance.Metrics & ReportingDevelop and maintain actionable metrics that demonstrate the effectiveness of the organisations vulnerability management and threat intelligence capabilities.Person specification

Essential CriteriaStrong understanding and experience of vulnerability management, threat intelligence and security operationsExperience of managing penetration testing programsBroad technical knowledge, especially around cloud and hybrid technologies.Highly organised and self-motivated, able to manage and deliver on multiple concurrent tasks.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to interact with stakeholders of all levels.A team player who is enthusiastic about contributing to the overall success of the team and collaborating with stakeholders of all levels.Sense of urgency and an ability to respond to tasks proactively and promptly.Continually stay abreast of emerging security technologies, threats and trends. Self-motivated to drive their learning needs.How to ApplyClick the 'Apply

now' button and complete the application form by providing the following:Your CVUpload an anonymised copy of your current CV. Please remove all identifying markers such as name, title, education institution etc.Make sure it clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification.500-word Personal StatementUse this to explain why you're suitable for the role .Structure your statement around the essential criteria in the Person Specification.Make sure to provide clear examples to show how you meet each requirement.TechnicalProvide a 250-word example that demonstrates your technical ability:Penetration testing(focussed on managing penetration testing programs rather thanconductingthe tests themselves):Level - PractitionerWe'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:Seeing the Big PictureManaging a Quality ServiceChanging and ImprovingTechnical skills, Incident and Vulnerability Manager This role is for an experienced professional in vulnerability management and threat intelligence to join our Cyber Operations team. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to further mature and continuously improve..., Classroom SupervisionSupervise students in lessons during the absence of the regular teacher.Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials provided by teaching staff.Ensure students remain focused on completing assigned work.Maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful classroom..., Seeking an experienced and motivated Photolithography Process Engineer to join our Newport Team. This position is a key member of the Engineering team, responsible for improving, sustaining, and troubleshooting photolithography processes. You will play a critical role in..., We are currently working with a well respected provider in South Wales who are looking for a home manager for their lovely mid sized home in Newport.Nursing Home Manager in Newport - KG69757- £60,000 - £65,000 salary- Mon to Fri- 40 Hour contract- Good Rating by the CIWThe..., Our client, a homeless charity based in South West London, is currently seeking a Rough Sleeping Outreach and Assessment Manager based in Clapham Junction to join their team. Reporting to the Outreach Operations Manager, you will play a central role in both the Street..., Health & Safety Manager Location: London - Multiple Sites Sector: Construction / Fit out & Refurbishment About the Role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of health, safety, and welfare standards across a portfolio of..., Job Title: Behavior Support Worker - Primary Alternative Education ProvisionLocation: Newport, GwentSalary: From £93 daily rateStart date: ASAPWe are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavior Support Worker to join our team within a Primary Alternative Education..., I've partnered with a leading, specialist piling and ground engineering Contractor looking for a Health & Safety Advisor to initially cover a large scheme in Chester, before moving onto regional projects. You will be a strong character, providing daily support and driving..., Health & Safety Advisor Location: Newcastle (Hybrid 3 days office / sites, 2 days wfh) Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 + bonus, private medical + strong benefits About the Role: We are supporting a well-established property organisation in the appointment of a Health & Safety...

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