Manager, Security Operations (Hands On/Technical)

Gartner; Dolphin Cove (CT); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

401(k) with corporate match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Gartner is seeking a Manager, Security Operations to lead their Security Operations team. This role focuses on protecting Gartner's technology and reputation against cybersecurity threats. You will drive operations in US time zones, manage incident responses, and spearhead project execution within the SOC. Candidates should have strong technical skills, leadership experience, and a proactive security mindset.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $108,000 to $148,000, along with benefits like unlimited PTO, comprehensive health insurance, and a collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in information security.
• Proven ability to lead a SOC or incident response team.
• Experience in analyzing and responding to cybersecurity incidents.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Security Operations team.
• Serve as Incident Commander during responses.
• Drive operational excellence and mentor team members.

Skills

Leadership in SOC

Incident Response

Cybersecurity Analysis

Security Tools (SIEM, EDR)

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Job description

Hiring near our Irving, TX and Stamford, CT, and Arlington, VA Centers of Excellence with a flexible environment.

About this role

This role supports Gartner's growing Security Operations team. You will lead day‑to‑day operations in US time zones to protect against, detect, and respond to threats to Gartner's reputation, customers, and information technology. The Manager, Security Operations role is highly technical and leads the operational response to security events and incidents as well as provides a point of escalation. You will be deeply involved in the planning and execution of projects involving the SOC and Security Operations practice as a whole. You'll play a key role in defending Gartner's network and intellectual properties as you lead from the front.

What you will need

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or 6+ years of experience in information security
• Previous experience leading a SOC, hunt, and/or incident response team or progressive growth in responsibilities in a SOC environment
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and analyze security events, enabling swift decision‑making on appropriate courses of action and initiating timely and proportional responses
• Expertise in conducting and driving analysis and investigation of cybersecurity incidents
• Experience articulating technical findings and creating detailed incident reports
• Extensive experience in leveraging security tools such as SIEM, EDR, web proxy and email security tools
• Experience driving security projects from requirements gathering to completion
• Ability to mentor, motivate, and coach team members, leading to operational excellence
• Passion for security and solving tomorrow's problems

What you will do

• Drive operational excellence of a geographically dispersed Security Operations team
• Serve as the Incident Commander during the incident response process
• Continuously seek out opportunities to improve the team's ability to rapidly and effectively respond to security incidents
• Work with key business stakeholders to detect, respond to, and remediate security issues
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, promoting a culture of open communication, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
• Drive automation initiatives, enhancing analyst capabilities and workflows while eliminating monotonous tasks
• Develop innovative and cutting‑edge detection content aligned with ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, and other cybersecurity frameworks
• Bring your own ideas and solutions to a fast‑paced, growing, and evolving team centered around operational excellence
• Ensure smooth handover of alerts and incidents between team members located in various geographic locations

Who You Are

• Skilled and experienced, but possessing a servant leader mindset
• Able to relentlessly prioritize and see the big picture
• Comfortable both with delegating and rolling up your sleeves when the time comes
• Passion for coaching, mentoring and development of others
• Accountable, transparent and willing to go the extra mile when necessary
• Willing to learn new technology platforms
• Strong team player
• Able to work proactively in a time‑sensitive operations environment
• Innovation mindset – takes opportunities to make existing processes more efficient and thinks “automation first”
• Certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA or equivalent are a plus
• Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Demonstrated ability to transform and shape teams
• Scripting or programming experience (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

What you will get

• Competitive compensation: $108,000 – $148,000 USD
• Unlimited growth and learning opportunities
• Ongoing mentorship and apprenticeship, leadership courses, development programs, technical courses, certification opportunities and more
• A collaborative and positive culture – join a diverse team of professionals that are as smart and driven as you
• A chance to make an impact – your work will contribute directly to strategy
• Flexibility of working from home and collaboration in dynamic offices
• 20+ PTO days plus holidays and floating holidays in the first year
• Extensive medical, dental insurance and vision plan
• 401(k) with corporate match, immediate vesting
• Health‑and‑wellness allowance programs
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gartner Gives Charity Match and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance equal opportunity principles.

Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including those with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation.