SOC Manager – Security Vendor

Trilaty Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Security Operations Manager to oversee its Security Operations activity. The successful candidate will lead a team of Security Analysts, manage vulnerability programs, and drive incident response strategies in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should possess substantial SOC experience and a strong analytical mindset to drive improvements in security processes. Competitive salary and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits

Flexible locations

Qualifications

• Experience working/managing a SOC.
• Operational knowledge of security tools.
• Strong foundation in network security.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Security Analysts.
• Define and report on KPIs with recommendations for improvement.
• Identify security risks and threats.

Skills

Security Monitoring

Threat Intelligence

Vulnerability Management

Incident Response

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

Intrusion Detection Systems

Vulnerability Management Systems

Job description

Role overview:

Working for a security vendor, you’ll be responsible for supporting the Head of SecOps in overseeing the company’s Security Operations activity, improving and challenging existing processes and procedures in a very agile and fast moving information security environment.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Operate within a global team that takes responsibility for the security monitoring of key technologies and tools across the estate
• Lead and manage a team of Security Analysts & the Vulnerability management team
• Comfortable operating in a technical capacity performing hands-on incident response and supporting/managing SOC analysts
• Act as a SME in matters related threat and vulnerability management incl incident response
• Understand security incidents and the likely impact these will have on the business
• Define and report on KPIs with recommendations for improvement
• Identify security risks, threats and vulnerabilities of the company’s network, systems, applications and new technology initiatives
• Implement and maintain operating run books, operating processes and procedures
• Help to develop and configure use cases, and alerting rules within SIEM technologies
• Mange the vulnerability management programme that includes vulnerability scanning, security testing, threat monitoring and data loss and leakage prevention
• Direct on-going threat intelligence activities
• Mentor and develop security analysts

Skills:

• Prior experience working/managing a SOC
• Demonstrable experience and operational knowledge of SIEM, firewalls, intrusion detection and vulnerability management systems/solutions
• Detailed understanding of Security Monitoring, Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability management and Incident Response
• Experience managing security incidents within a complex environment.
• Strong foundation in network security and common attack methodologies
• Exposure to user behaviour analytical tools is preferable
• Good understanding of common protocols such as HTTP, SMTP, SSL/TLS, SSH, DNS
• Must demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills to enable effective security incident and problem resolution
• Knowledge of latest threat trends and security landscape

Pre-requisites:

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to see the bigger picture
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence multiple stakeholders
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies coupled with a passion for cyber security
• Ability to self-motivate and define priorities to meet deadlines
• Good team-oriented interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with a broad range of people and roles

Further info:

• Competitive salary & flex bens
• Flexible locations / remote

To apply:

Please either register your CV and complete the information fields requested or send your CV to [e-mail] referencing WDA154 and your current salary