Posted 12 June, 2026
Vulnerability Assessment Analyst
Bank of Ireland
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1343116663
What is the opportunity?
The Vulnerability Assessment Analyst forms part of a proactive, engaging and purposeful Information Security team that incorporates Strategy, Architecture, Governance, Risk Management, Cyber Resilience, Operations, Engineering, Cyber Engagement and Improvement teams/functions.
The successful candidate will contribute to the continuous improvement of the Services provided through the role and collaborate with other teams and Services.
In this role, you will:
What will make you stand out?
This role requires a good understanding of both existing and emerging Information Security technologies and methodologies, supported by proven analytical and critical?'thinking skills. The ideal person brings working knowledge of industry standards and best practices, with a clear focus on identifying problems and driving effective remediation.
They will be able to work within strict legal and confidentiality requirements, especially given the sensitivity of cyber?'security work along with a structured, organised approach and the ability to take ownership of tasks through to completion. Building and maintaining productive working relationships is key, as is a strong customer?'focused demeanour and an appreciation for risk management.
Essential Qualifications
More about the team
Group Information Security & Resilience (GISR) is a diverse and collaborative team with multiple capabilities. With global cyber threats constantly evolving, the team is critical to protecting one of the Group's most important and valuable assets: Which is Information!
GISR not only protect the security of the Bank but also enable colleagues to develop secure ways of working and to make secure choices both in and outside of the office.
This is a hybrid role, based primarily at IT Centre, Cabinteely, Dublin. We typically ask colleagues to spend a minimum of 8 days per month working in-person to support collaboration and connection. Specific arrangements will be confirmed by your recruiter to ensure they meet the needs of the role and team.
Why work with us?
The Bank of Ireland company culture prioritises work-life balance with a commitment to hybrid working, along with 23 days annual leave and excellent pension contributions. Family can mean different things to different people; we offer 6 months paid leave, an innovative fertility and surrogacy policy along with working parent and carer supports.
Your health and wellbeing is important to us; we offer a substantial health insurance contribution, employee assistance program, WebDoctor and financial wellbeing coaches available. We also encourage and support staff to pursue educational and professional qualifications to grow and enhance your career!
Key Competencies
We're on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, lived experience, abilities and perspectives. We provide reasonable accommodations at every stage of our recruitment process for disabilities, neurodivergence or medical conditions. If you require an accommodation please complete this form and one of our recruitment team members will be in touch via email. Any information provided will be treated as confidential within the recruitment team and used only for the purpose of determining and providing appropriate accommodations for the application and recruitment process.
Your Journey, Our Support
We believe that embracing the perspectives of all of our employees is a value that connects us with our customers and our communities, and makes it an even better place to work. We're building an organisation that is welcoming to all, which enables our colleagues to thrive and reach their full potential.
Neurodiversity
We are on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace. We have recently partnered with Auticon, to improve inequalities in employment for neurodivergent adults.
Find out more
Gender Balance
Our Gender Balance Network creates an inclusive space where colleagues of all genders can connect, learn from one another, and work together to achieve our gender balance objectives.
Multicutural
We support colleagues from all backgrounds, cultures and ethnicities. We want our colleagues to feel safe, included and experience a sense of belonging.
With Pride
Our objective is to drive representation and inclusion of the LGBTQ+ community, promote bringing your whole self to work, and increase visibility across locations, regionals and mediums.
Read more about Inclusion & Culture
Flexible Working
We're committed to giving our colleagues the flexibility they need to thrive. Our hybrid working model is central to this approach, enabling more productive ways of working while supporting a healthier work-life balance.
For roles that offer hybrid working, we typically ask that colleagues spend a minimum of 8 days per month working in-person. Specific working arrangements will be confirmed with your recruiter to ensure they meet the requirements of the role and the team you will be joining.
Hear how flexible working has helped Helen find the balance that works for her:
Our Benefits
Every job at Bank of Ireland comes with...
Pay & Perks
Competitive pay package
Premium pension contribution
Pay reviews & profit-share scheme
Financial wellbeing coaches
Excellent healthcare contributions
Work-Life Balance
23 days annual leave
Flexible leave: buy or sell your days
6 months paid maternity leave
Fertility and surrogacy policies
Working parent and carer supports
Career Growth
Support for professional qualifications
Award-winning career framework
Clear pathways for development and progression
Hear what San San has to say:
"At Bank of Ireland there's a range of development programmes and supports. That brings fresh opportunities and the chance to futureproof my career."
To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.
The Vulnerability Assessment Analyst forms part of a proactive, engaging and purposeful Information Security team that incorporates Strategy, Architecture, Governance, Risk Management, Cyber Resilience, Operations, Engineering, Cyber Engagement and Improvement teams/functions.
The successful candidate will contribute to the continuous improvement of the Services provided through the role and collaborate with other teams and Services.
In this role, you will:
- Operate the vulnerability assessment Service through operational and strategic activities including vulnerability scanning & assessments and the tracking and support of vulnerability remediation while keeping pace with relevant business and industry trends.
- Coordinate and support .the vulnerability assessment program initiatives, process & technology integration and technical assessment
- Manage, mentor and oversee the activities of a dedicated team in the regular scanning of the Bank's environments and generation of ad-hoc and periodic reports.
- Work closely with infrastructure and threat intelligence teams to assist in timely alignment of threats with appropriate verification and remediation activities.
- Lead collaborative engagements with business and IT representatives relating to existing vulnerabilities and associated remediation activities.
- Drive continuous improvements to the scanning service; specifically in the areas of scanning coverage and the handling of false positives and exceptions to standards.
- Be a first-line escalation point for the team.
What will make you stand out?
This role requires a good understanding of both existing and emerging Information Security technologies and methodologies, supported by proven analytical and critical?'thinking skills. The ideal person brings working knowledge of industry standards and best practices, with a clear focus on identifying problems and driving effective remediation.
They will be able to work within strict legal and confidentiality requirements, especially given the sensitivity of cyber?'security work along with a structured, organised approach and the ability to take ownership of tasks through to completion. Building and maintaining productive working relationships is key, as is a strong customer?'focused demeanour and an appreciation for risk management.
Essential Qualifications
- Professional SSCP or CISSP qualification
- Experience of Qualys toolset and capabilities
More about the team
Group Information Security & Resilience (GISR) is a diverse and collaborative team with multiple capabilities. With global cyber threats constantly evolving, the team is critical to protecting one of the Group's most important and valuable assets: Which is Information!
GISR not only protect the security of the Bank but also enable colleagues to develop secure ways of working and to make secure choices both in and outside of the office.
This is a hybrid role, based primarily at IT Centre, Cabinteely, Dublin. We typically ask colleagues to spend a minimum of 8 days per month working in-person to support collaboration and connection. Specific arrangements will be confirmed by your recruiter to ensure they meet the needs of the role and team.
Why work with us?
The Bank of Ireland company culture prioritises work-life balance with a commitment to hybrid working, along with 23 days annual leave and excellent pension contributions. Family can mean different things to different people; we offer 6 months paid leave, an innovative fertility and surrogacy policy along with working parent and carer supports.
Your health and wellbeing is important to us; we offer a substantial health insurance contribution, employee assistance program, WebDoctor and financial wellbeing coaches available. We also encourage and support staff to pursue educational and professional qualifications to grow and enhance your career!
Key Competencies
- Be Decisive - Self
- Customer Focused - Self
- Better together - Self
- Take Ownership - Self
- Take Ownership - Self
We're on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, lived experience, abilities and perspectives. We provide reasonable accommodations at every stage of our recruitment process for disabilities, neurodivergence or medical conditions. If you require an accommodation please complete this form and one of our recruitment team members will be in touch via email. Any information provided will be treated as confidential within the recruitment team and used only for the purpose of determining and providing appropriate accommodations for the application and recruitment process.
Your Journey, Our Support
We believe that embracing the perspectives of all of our employees is a value that connects us with our customers and our communities, and makes it an even better place to work. We're building an organisation that is welcoming to all, which enables our colleagues to thrive and reach their full potential.
Neurodiversity
We are on a continuous journey to build an inclusive and diverse workplace. We have recently partnered with Auticon, to improve inequalities in employment for neurodivergent adults.
Find out more
Gender Balance
Our Gender Balance Network creates an inclusive space where colleagues of all genders can connect, learn from one another, and work together to achieve our gender balance objectives.
Multicutural
We support colleagues from all backgrounds, cultures and ethnicities. We want our colleagues to feel safe, included and experience a sense of belonging.
With Pride
Our objective is to drive representation and inclusion of the LGBTQ+ community, promote bringing your whole self to work, and increase visibility across locations, regionals and mediums.
Read more about Inclusion & Culture
Flexible Working
We're committed to giving our colleagues the flexibility they need to thrive. Our hybrid working model is central to this approach, enabling more productive ways of working while supporting a healthier work-life balance.
For roles that offer hybrid working, we typically ask that colleagues spend a minimum of 8 days per month working in-person. Specific working arrangements will be confirmed with your recruiter to ensure they meet the requirements of the role and the team you will be joining.
Hear how flexible working has helped Helen find the balance that works for her:
Our Benefits
Every job at Bank of Ireland comes with...
Pay & Perks
Competitive pay package
Premium pension contribution
Pay reviews & profit-share scheme
Financial wellbeing coaches
Excellent healthcare contributions
Work-Life Balance
23 days annual leave
Flexible leave: buy or sell your days
6 months paid maternity leave
Fertility and surrogacy policies
Working parent and carer supports
Career Growth
Support for professional qualifications
Award-winning career framework
Clear pathways for development and progression
Hear what San San has to say:
"At Bank of Ireland there's a range of development programmes and supports. That brings fresh opportunities and the chance to futureproof my career."
To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.
