Director of Cybersecurity Operations Center (SOC)

Overview

On Site
$199,000 - $225,000 annually
Full Time

Skills

LOS
Reporting
Enterprise Services
Network Design
Security Operations
Data Loss Prevention
CISSP
Information Systems
CISM
Information Security
System On A Chip
DLP
Penetration Testing
Cyber Security
SIEM
Splunk
Vulnerability Management
Qualys
Risk Management
Threat Modeling
Vulnerability Assessment
Leadership
Communication
Collaboration
Management
Cross-functional Team
Artificial Intelligence
Messaging

Job Details

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Los Angeles, CA that is seeking a Director of Cybersecurity Operations Center

Summary:
The Director of Cybersecurity Operations Center plays a crucial role in ensuring the protection and security of sensitive information across the organization. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), this position is responsible for leading a team of cybersecurity professionals and working closely with various departments, including Information Security, Global Enterprise Services, and Network Infrastructure, in a complex, matrixed environment.

This role oversees key cybersecurity programs, including the Security Operations Center (SOC), Vulnerability Management, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and Penetration Testing, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical assets. The Director will be tasked with driving security strategies and initiatives while proactively addressing emerging cybersecurity risks. Strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to challenges are essential for success in this role.

REQUIREMENTS:
* BA/BS degree (4-year) (Advanced Degree Preferred) Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or a related field
* CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional highly desirable
* CISM - Certified Information Security Manager highly desirable
* Master's degree preferred
* 6-8 years of experience in cyber security, with at least 5 of those years in a senior leadership role
* Proven experience managing a SOC and implementing vulnerability management, DLP, and penetration testing programs
* Strong knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, MDR, EDR, SIEM (Sentinel/Splunk), SOAR, Vulnerability Management tools (Tenable, Qualys), and best practices
* Deep experience with risk management, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessment
* Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Experience managing multiple projects of diverse scope and effectively collaborating in a cross-functional team environment

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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