IT Risk & Security Consultant - VM & SecMon

IT Risk Consultant – Vulnerability Management & Security Monitoring

• Location: Amsterdam (Hybrid: 1 day/week on-site)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Freelance possible
• Contract: Until end of year (extension likely)
• Full-time: 36–40 hours/week
• Sector: Banking
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A leading financial institution is looking for an experienced IT Risk Consultant focused on Vulnerability Management and Security Monitoring. In this role, you will help improve the organization’s ability to detect, assess, and mitigate security risks in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and optimize the end-to-end vulnerability handling process, ensuring timely detection and remediation
• Review and interpret results from (automated) security scans and assessments, providing insights and recommendations
• Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to address findings and track remediation progress
• Provide risk-based input into patch management cycles and threat modeling sessions
• Support the implementation of tools and processes that enhance vulnerability and threat visibility
• Monitor and report on key metrics, including vulnerability trends, scan coverage, and remediation SLAs
• Draft risk acceptances and mitigation plans where immediate resolution is not feasible
• Assist with audits and internal reviews by preparing relevant evidence and supporting documentation
• Educate and advise stakeholders on vulnerability risks and control expectations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Strong experience in vulnerability management, patching, and security monitoring within complex IT environments
• Familiarity with scanning tools (e.g., Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7) and SIEM solutions
• Experience with threat modeling and control implementation is a plus
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent) are advantageous
• Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

In case you’re interested feel free apply and we’ll schedule a call promptly.

Michael Bailey International is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.