Manager SOC Operations

Overview

On Site
Hybrid
$98000 - $140000 yr
Full Time
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

Incident Management
Operational Excellence
Training And Development
Analytical Skill
SLA
Regulatory Compliance
Training
Leadership
Mentorship
Reporting
Management
System On A Chip
Security Operations
Cloud Computing
Data Centers
GCIH
Cisco Certifications
CISSP
Cyber Security
Firewall
Proxies
Communication
Presentations
Facilitation
Collaboration
Negotiations

Job Details

Title: Manager, Security Operations Center (SOC)

Location: Northeastern U.S. Region (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time/Perm

Description:
* The Manager of SOC Operations will oversee and lead security monitoring and incident response efforts, ensuring the timely and accurate triage of security alerts and management of high-priority investigations.
* This position plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, compliance with service levels, and continuous enhancement of cybersecurity processes and personnel development.

Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage high-priority investigations within the Security Operations Detection team.
* Ensure alerts and events are evaluated and addressed effectively and professionally, including analytical input.
* Ensure process adherence and SLA compliance to achieve strategic and operational objectives.
* Develop and deliver training and assessment programs for SOC Analysts.
* Direct and coordinate detection operations during cybersecurity events.
* Provide leadership, technical guidance, and mentorship to SOC Analysts.
* Guide preventative and early detection efforts for cybersecurity threats.
* Support development, review, and feedback of SOC triage playbooks.
* Coordinate cybersecurity simulation exercises, such as Red Team/Blue Team activities and wargames.
* Produce reporting and metrics for SOC performance.
* Lead small to mid-size cybersecurity initiatives and projects.

Required Skills:
* Bachelor s degree in a technical or related field or equivalent professional experience.
* 5+ years in cybersecurity operations.
* Minimum 2 years managing SOC analysts.
* 2+ years hands-on experience across multiple cybersecurity domains.
* 2+ years of experience in security operations for public cloud environments.
* 2+ years working in on-premises corporate environments including co-located data centers.

Desired Skills:
* Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., ECIH, GCIH, CCSP, CISSP, or other recognized accreditations).
* Experience leading cybersecurity teams in medium to large organizations.
* Understanding of established cybersecurity controls and frameworks.
* Experience monitoring a variety of technologies including endpoint detection, firewalls, proxies, security logs, and integrity monitoring tools.
* Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey technical content to diverse audiences.
* Demonstrated skills in team facilitation, collaboration, and negotiation.

Compensation:
Pay Range: $98000K-$140000K

Benefits:
A comprehensive benefits package is offered, reach out to your Mitchell Martin Michael Iacono, to find out more.

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