IT Security Operations (SOC) Manager / Cyber

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an IT Security Operations (SOC) Manager to lead their cyber team in Warrington. This role involves strategic leadership, managing third-party suppliers, and enhancing security operations with a hybrid working model, allowing for two days on-site in Manchester. The position offers substantial annual leave and lifestyle benefits.

Benefits

35 days annual leave + bank holidays

Lifestyle benefits

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on SOC leadership in complex environments.
• Best in class communication and engagement skills.
• Experience with key platforms like SIEM, SOAR, and EDR.

Responsibilities

• Leading and inspiring an established SOC team.
• Developing KPIs and driving service improvement.
• Enhancing incident response and vulnerability management.

Skills

SOC leadership

Communication skills

Operational excellence

Threat detection

Vulnerability management

Tools

SIEM

SOAR

EDR

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IT Security Operations (SOC) Manager / Cyber, warrington, cheshire

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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