Vulnerability and Exposure Manager at LV=

Working closely with Security Operations, Cloud Engineering, Platform Teams, Development Teams, Architecture and Technology leadership, you'll ensure that cyber risks are understood, prioritised and reduced through effective governance, intelligence-led decision making and strong stakeholder engagement.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise, data-driven analysis and influencing skills to deliver measurable security outcomes.

The role follows a hybrid working pattern, with regular attendance required at our Bournemouth office.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the organisation's end-to-end vulnerability management programme.
Manage vulnerability scanning, analysis, prioritisation, reporting and remediation governance.
Drive risk-based remediation using threat intelligence, exploitability data and business context.
Partner with technology teams to reduce exposure across cloud, infrastructure, applications and endpoints.
Maintain and optimise vulnerability management tooling and asset coverage.
Produce executive-level reporting, dashboards and KPI metrics demonstrating risk reduction and programme effectiveness.
Escalate high-risk or overdue vulnerabilities and influence remediation priorities.
Identify systemic weaknesses and recommend strategic improvements to security architecture and operating practices.
Support continuous improvement through automation, integration and enhanced asset visibility.
About You
You'll be comfortable operating at both a technical and strategic level, translating complex vulnerability data into clear risk-based actions.
Essential Experience
Proven experience in vulnerability management, security operations or security engineering
Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning platforms and remediation workflows
Strong understanding of CVEs, CVSS, exploitability, patch management and security configuration practices
Experience working with cloud technologies, modern infrastructure and enterprise applications
Ability to analyse large datasets and identify trends, risks and systemic issues
Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge constructively and drive action
Experience producing reports and presentations for senior stakeholders

Technical Knowledge
Experience with some of the following:
Vulnerability platforms such as Rapid7, Tenable, Qualys or Microsoft Defender TVM
Azure cloud environments
Endpoint and patch management technologies
SIEM, EDR and threat intelligence platforms
Security tools supporting application and container security
ITSM, ticketing and reporting solutions such as ServiceNow, Jira or Power BI

Desirable Certifications
CompTIA Security+ or CySA+
GIAC certifications (GSEC, GCIH, GSTRT)
Microsoft SC-200 and/or AZ-500
Tenable, Qualys or Rapid7 certifications
ITIL Foundation
Rewards and Benefits

At LV= Savings and Retirement, youll go above and beyond to do the right thing for our customers. Well reward your hard work with an attractive, competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:
30 days' holiday, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
Competitive pension scheme - LV= Life and Pensions will double-match the amount you pay, up to 14% (subject to National Minimum Wage requirements)
An annual bonus scheme based on personal performance
Single-cover private medical insurance (with the option for you to upgrade to family cover)
Flexible benefits, including a cycle to work scheme, personal accident insurance, critical illness cover and dental insurance
Up to 20% discount on our life products for you and your immediate family
A group life assurance policy with 4 x your basic pay to go to your dependents (youll have the option to increase to 8 x cover)
Group Income Protection (if you become a member of the Pension scheme and reach 5 years of service)
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for support when you need it
A virtual GP service
Shared parental leave
Up to 20% discount on our life products for you and your immediate family.
Please note that we are unable to offer Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work in the UK without our sponsorship for your application to be considered.