Vulnerability Analyst

Posted 13 October 2025
Salary Competitive
LocationBrussells
Job type Contract
Discipline Cyber Security
Reference75179
Remote working Hybrid/Flexible

Job description

Job Title: Vulnerability Analyst

Location: Brussels – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote
Duration: 1 year + extensions (up to 4 years)
Rate: €520/day 
 

About the Role

We’re supporting a major European financial regulator in strengthening its cybersecurity posture.

You’ll be part of a proactive security function, focused on identifying vulnerabilities, performing advanced penetration tests, and collaborating closely with defensive teams to drive security improvements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct manual and automated penetration tests across infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments.

  • Perform vulnerability assessments, identify weaknesses, and support remediation activities.

  • Collaborate with blue/purple teams to improve threat detection and response capabilities.

  • Provide detailed technical reporting and clear communication of findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Contribute to security-by-design initiatives and risk mitigation strategies.

  • Participate in research and exploitation of advanced attack vectors, including zero-day vulnerabilities.

  • Support the development of security standards, testing frameworks, and best practices.

Technical Skills & Expertise

  • Proven hands-on experience with:

    • Vulnerability management tools (e.g. Nessus Tenable, OpenVAS)

    • Penetration testing tools (e.g. Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark)

    • Scripting for offensive security (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.)

  • Strong knowledge of:

    • Threat actor tactics, techniques & procedures (MITRE ATT&CK)

    • Advanced attack vectors, zero-day analysis

    • Secure coding principles and code review methodologies

  • Experience testing both on-premises and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, hybrid)

  • Good understanding of relevant compliance frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIS2, GDPR context)

Soft Skills & Requirements

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment.

  • Strong stakeholder management and advisory skills.

  • Fluent in English (C1/C2).

  • Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and in teams.