Manager, Security Operations (Hands On/Technical)

Hobbsnews; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with corporate match

Extensive medical and dental insurance

Flexible work environment

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hobbsnews is seeking a Manager for Security Operations to oversee and enhance our security measures across multiple locations including Irving, TX. The chosen candidate will lead initiatives within the Security Operations team, ensuring a rapid response to any security incidents while fostering a collaborative environment.

This role requires a strong background in cybersecurity, leadership skills, and a passion for security innovation. Join us to make a significant impact within our organization and promote continuous learning and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in information security.
• Proven experience managing a SOC or incident response team.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational excellence in Security Operations.
• Serve as Incident Commander during responses.
• Drive security project initiatives from start to finish.

Skills

Security operations management

Incident response expertise

Cybersecurity tools proficiency

Leadership and mentoring

Scripting or programming

Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

SIEM

EDR tools

Web proxy

Email security tools

Job description

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

About Gartner IT

Join a world-class team of skilled engineers who build creative digital solutions to support our colleagues and clients. We make a broad organizational impact by delivering cutting‑edge technology solutions that power Gartner. Gartner IT values its culture of nonstop innovation, an outcome‑driven approach to success, and the notion that great ideas can come from anyone on the team.

About this role

The Manager, Security Operations 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 role is highly technical and leads the operational response to security events and incidents, providing 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, playing a key role in defending Gartner’s network and intellectual properties. As a leader on the team, you’ll provide mentorship, guidance, and technical expertise.

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 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, with a servant‑leader mindset
• Able to relentlessly prioritize and see the big picture
• Comfortable delegating and “roll‑up‑your‑sleeves” when needed
• Passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing 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
• Limitless 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 our strategy
• Enjoy the flexibility of working from home and the energy of collaborating with peers in our dynamic offices
• 20+ PTO days plus holidays and floating holidays in your first year
• Extensive medical, dental insurance and vision plan
• 401(k) with corporate match, immediate vesting
• Health‑and‑wellness‑related allowance programs
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gartner gives charity match

Salary estimate

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is USD 108,000 – 148,000. Actual salaries may vary within the range or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees may participate in an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a role‑based, uncapped sales incentive plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Gartner is committed to providing 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 the principles of equal employment opportunity.

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Job Requisition ID: 111791