Cyber Threat and Vulnerability Lead (Leeds)

Location: Leeds (on-site)

Salary: Up to £75,000 depending one experience, 10% annual bonus

Clearance Requirement: Eligibility for DV clearance (British-born candidates only)

Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be eligible for DV clearance and therefore must be British-born.

Are you ready to lead in one of the most critical roles in the cybersecurity industry? We are seeking a Cyber Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Lead to play a pivotal role in the operation and improvement of a Security Operations Centre (SOC) dedicated to safeguarding a major UK organisation. This position offers an opportunity to make a tangible impact in protecting the systems that power the nation.

About the Role

As the Cyber Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Lead, you will:

• Take accountability for detecting, triaging, and reporting potential cyber threats and key vulnerabilities daily.
• Oversee the delivery and quality of all threat intelligence and vulnerability products, ensuring deadlines are met with excellence.
• Develop and continuously review tailored Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs) and collection plans to align intelligence products with client needs.
• Provide in-depth analysis, context, and predictive insights to support threat mitigation.
• Assess and enhance the maturity of the SOC's existing functions, driving continuous improvement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of threat intelligence and vulnerability professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Selection and analysis of key threat actors posing the greatest risk to the client.
• Regularly review and document processes, ensuring efficiency and relevance.
• Deliver top-quality threat intelligence and vulnerability reports, even under reduced team capacity.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and senior stakeholders to communicate risks effectively.

What We're Looking For

Technical Expertise:

• 5+ years of experience in threat intelligence, vulnerability management, or cyber threat research.
• Hands-on technical incident response and management experience.
• Strong understanding of emerging threats targeting government and CNI.
• Proficiency in Open-Source research, Windows/Linux operating systems, core networking concepts, and cloud platforms.

Non-Technical Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent experience in SOC/Threat Intelligence/Vulnerability Management.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to convey technical insights to non-technical audiences.
• Proven leadership and line management experience, with a focus on team development and performance.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and resilient under pressure.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cybersecurity, protecting critical systems in a highly challenging and rewarding environment. You will lead a skilled team in delivering best-in-class threat intelligence and vulnerability management while shaping the future of SOC operations.

Ready to take the lead in a role that truly matters? Apply today to be part of a mission that safeguards the nation's infrastructure.