Cyber - Security Operations Centre [SOC] Assistant Manager - government

KPMG International Cooperative; Highgate; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK seeks an Assistant Manager for its Security Operations Centre. You will manage SOC services, develop client relationships, and contribute to impactful cybersecurity projects. Strong consulting skills and a degree in IT or relevant fields are essential. SC Clearance is required for this position. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work within the fast-growing cybersecurity sector.

Qualifications

• Experience assessing maturity and managing SOC services.
• Proven ability to support the development of security operating models.
• Due to the nature of the work, SC Clearance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support projects, consulting with Partners and Senior Managers.
• Plan and shape the delivery of engagements.
• Build and manage relationships with clients daily.
• Drive development of propositions with a National Security perspective.
• Demonstrate how technology addresses client issues and opportunities.

Skills

Managing teams

Structured project management

Understanding of SOC tools and technologies

Clear record of achievement in consulting

Relevant cybersecurity certifications

Education

Degree in Information Security, IT or relevant STEM subjects

MSc in Information Security

Job description

Overview

The Security Operations Centre - Assistant Manager role will provide the pivotal function of planning, designing, building, and sustaining SOC and Next-Generation SOC services, operating within the uppermost levels of Government. You will work as part of an elite team of specialists, advising government and industry clients on their largest, most complex, and highest profile strategic issues. Our team combines deep sector insight, expert consulting capabilities and trusted client relationships to design and implement solutions that span all aspects of our clients' operations. We become immersed in our clients' organisations, applying sector knowledge and technology solutions to deliver the best possible outcomes and get it right first time.

Why Join KPMG as a Manager within our Cyber Security function? Cyber security is one of the areas which KPMG has identified for tremendous investment and growth. Our clients face a challenging cyber threat and look to us to help them understand and respond to that threat. This is an opportunity to join a high performing team that works with a wide variety of clients, including Defence and National Security, which is a KPMG priority sector. That means we are a fast-growing team which presents exciting opportunities for a manager to lead impactful projects, drive our ambitious growth agenda and seek career progression. We are looking for an assistant manager who possesses high quality consulting skills and a record of delivering outstanding results when leading complex consulting projects focused on delivering Security Operations engagements and to support KPMG's growth in this market.

Responsibilities

• Support projects, or Security Operations workstreams within a larger programme, consulting with Partners, Directors and Senior Managers where appropriate.
• Plan and shape the delivery of engagements, including work plans, timelines, project management and resource allocations.
• Provide input on security operations capabilities and services.
• Build and manage relationships with clients on a daily basis.
• Drive the development of propositions and assets, bringing a National Security perspective to them. Technical background, willingness to learn, and experience within a Security Operations Centre (SOC).
• Understanding of SOC tools and technologies, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR and threat intelligence platforms.
• Proven experience of assessing maturity, managing SOC services and delivering improvements within a SOC environment.
• Experience bringing a technology perspective to a broad range of client issues, demonstrating how technology can be used to address problems and realise opportunities.
• Proven ability to support the development and delivery of security operating models that enable clients to get the most from their technology estate.
• Due to the nature of the work, it is essential for applicants to hold SC Clearance.

Qualifications

• Skills we'd love to see: Managing teams, including the ability to structure complex projects.
• Clear record of achievement and progression in a consulting firm or in a comparable environment within industry.
• Degree level qualified, MSc in Information Security, IT or relevant STEM subjects.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications.
• Consulting experience within a "Big 4" consultancy, or mid-tier firm.

Commitment to Diversity

KPMG is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential to our success and that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential.