Vulnerability Management Lead - Inside IR35 - SC Cleared The Vulnerability Management Lead Specialist will drive the identification, prioritisation and remediation of cyber vulnerabilities across a secure defence technology estate. The role focuses on operational delivery, working closely with SOC, engineering and risk teams to reduce exposure across complex, high-assurance systems. Key Responsibilities Lead vulnerability management activities across classified environments Own vulnerability scanning, analysis and remediation tracking processes Prioritise vulnerabilities based on risk, threat context and operational impact Work with engineering teams to ensure timely mitigation and remediation Provide vulnerability risk reporting to senior security stakeholders Support secure design and assurance activities to reduce systemic weaknesses Required Experience & Capability Hands-on experience delivering vulnerability management in secure environments Strong understanding of vulnerability assessment methodologies and tooling Experience working with complex infrastructure, applications and restricted networks Ability to translate technical findings into actionable risk decisions Comfortable operating in high-assurance, change-controlled environments Security & Working Environment SC clearance required (minimum) Classified systems and air-gapped environments Hybrid working: Reading site, 2-3 days per week Contract Summary Contract role, inside IR35, £500 - 550 p/d Reading-based, hybrid working, 2-3 days a week on site