Security Operations Lead

JAC RECRUITMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking a Security Operations Lead to head their Security Operations Center (SOC). The successful candidate will oversee daily security operations and drive initiatives for modernization and threat detection. With over 10 years in cybersecurity and strong SOC leadership experience, you will manage incident response, MSSP relationships, and enhance operational efficiency. Required skills include cybersecurity management, scripting, and familiarity with key security frameworks.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in cybersecurity with a focus on SOC and incident response.
• Experience in SOC transformation and automation initiatives.
• Strong technical foundation in network and identity security.

Responsibilities

• Transform and mature SOC capabilities leveraging automation.
• Oversee enterprise security technologies and incident response efforts.
• Manage MSSP relationships and compliance with SLAs.

Skills

Cybersecurity management

Incident response

Threat detection

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Education

CISSP certification

GCIH certification

GCFA certification

Tools

SOAR platforms

Firewalls

XDR

IPS

PAM

Email Gateways

Job description

Security Operations Lead

My client, a well-established FMCG company, is seeking a SOC Lead to shape the future of their Security Operations Center (SOC). This strategic role combines oversight of day-to-day security operations (Day-2) with driving modernization initiatives that enhance threat detection, accelerate response, and improve efficiency.

You’ll lead incident response, manage MSSP partnerships, bzw† champion automation, forensics, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to build a next-generation, intelligence-driven security operations function that stays ahead of evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Transform and mature SOC capabilities, leveraging SOAR platforms and automation playbooks.
• Oversee enterprise security technologies (Firewalls, XDR, IPS, PAM, Email Gateways).
• Lead end-to-end incident response and digital forensics investigations.
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and reports for leadership visibility.
• Manage MSSP relationships and ensure SLA compliance.

Ideal Profile

• 10+ years in cybersecurity with SOC and incident response leadership.
• Experience in SOC transformation and SOAR automation.
• Strong technical foundation across network, endpoint, and identity security.
• Certifications like CISSP, GCIH, GCFA preferred.
• Skilled in scripting (Python, PowerShell) and familiar with frameworks like NIST and MITRE ATT&CK.

Raymond Ler (R1876114)

JAC Recruitment Pte. Ltd. (90C302 applicants)