Job description
About Pearson: At Pearson we ‘add life to a lifetime of learning’ so everyone can realise the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. Our Purpose | Add Life to a Lifetime of Learning. Pearson was founded in 1844 and has been built on our ability to grow with and adapt to a constantly evolving market. Our 20,000+ employees are dedicated to creating the high-quality, digital-first, accessible and sustainable resources for lifelong learning.About the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Threat and Vulnerability Management Lead to join our Security team and play a crucial role in safeguarding Pearson. As the lead, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing our vulnerability management program, ensuring the timely identification, prioritization, and remediation of security vulnerabilities across our assets. You will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of cyber threats and mitigation strategies and possess strong leadership and communication skills to effectively collaborate with various teams across the organization.Responsibilities:Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive vulnerability management program aligned with best practices and industry standards.Responsible to gather, analyse, and disseminate intelligence on cyber threats.Define and maintain vulnerability scanning procedures and processes, including the selection and configuration of vulnerability scanning tools.Analyze and prioritize vulnerabilities based on severity, exploitability, and business impact.Develop and implement remediation plans in collaboration with IT operations and application owners, ensuring timely and effective patching and mitigation.Track and report on vulnerability management metrics, including scan coverage, MTTR (mean time to remediation), and compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing updates on vulnerabilities, risks, and remediation progress.
Responsibilities & skills
Education
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience
Strong experience in vulnerability management.Proven experience in leading and managing security programs, with a focus on vulnerability management.Strong understanding of cyber threats, vulnerability assessment methodologies, and risk assessment frameworks.
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Pearson UK
Whether it's at home, in the classroom, or in the workplace, learning is a never-ending road of discovery, challenge, inspiration, and wonder. At Pearson, we create tools that provide opportunities for learners at every stage of their journey. Because wherever learning flourishes, so do people.Whether it's at home, in the classroom, or in the workplace, learning is a never-ending road of discovery, challenge, inspiration, and wonder. At Pearson, we create tools that provide opportunities for learners at every stage of their journey. Because wherever learning flourishes, so do people.
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