IT Security Operations (SOC) Manager / Cyber

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cyber security is seeking an experienced IT Security Operations (SOC) Manager to lead and develop its SOC team in Bolton. This role involves shaping modern security operations and driving service improvement within a hybrid working environment, offering 35 days of annual leave and various lifestyle benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working model – 2 days each week onsite in Manchester

35 days annual leave + bank holidays

Variety of lifestyle benefits to support a great culture

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on SOC leadership in complex environments.
• Experience with SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and other key platforms.
• A strategic mindset with an eye for operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Leading and inspiring an established SOC team.
• Developing meaningful KPIs and driving service improvement.
• Managing and engaging third-party suppliers and driving accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Engagement

Incident Response

Threat Detection

Vulnerability Management

Tools

SIEM

SOAR

EDR

Job description

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IT Security Operations (SOC) Manager / Cyber, bolton, greater manchester

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Client:

Change Specialists

Location:

bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

We’re seeking an experienced SOC Manager to lead and develop an established, talented cyber team safeguarding a complex digital estate.

If you're passionate about continuous improvement and shaping modern security operations, this is your chance to make a real impact.

What will you be doing?

• Leading and inspiring an established SOC team
• Developing meaningful KPIs and driving service improvement
• Shaping and evolving SOC strategy and tooling
• Enhancing incident response, threat detection, and vulnerability management
• Managing and engaging third-party suppliers and driving accountability
• Aligning security with wider organisational goals

What will you need to demonstrate to be successful?

• Proven hands-on SOC leadership in complex environments
• Best in class communication and engagement skills to build positive relationships with stakeholders and suppliers
• Experience with SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and other key platforms
• A strategic mindset with an eye for operational excellence and professionalism

Whats on offer?

Hybrid working model – 2 days each week onsite in Manchester

35 days annual leave + bank holidays

A variety of lifestyle benefits to support a great culture