Security Operations Manager (Fully Remote)

Sophos; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sophos, a global cybersecurity leader, seeks a senior leader to oversee the MDR Security Operations Center, guiding threat analysts and directing incident investigations.

This remote-first role offers flexible work across locations with accommodations on request, and requires aligning SOC activities with the company’s strategic mission.

Bring 5+ years in cybersecurity with leadership experience, a Bachelor’s in IT or related field, and expertise in endpoint and network security (IDS, IPS, EDR).

Qualifications

• 5+ years in cybersecurity with leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Expertise in endpoint and network security (IDS, IPS, EDR).

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational management of the MDR Security Operations Center.
• Supervise threat analysts and oversee incident investigations.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders at all levels.
• Maintain knowledge of attacker tactics and tools.
• Ensure team effectiveness and strategic mission fulfillment.

Skills

Leadership

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Job description

• Lead the operational management of the MDR Security Operations Center.
• Ensure team effectiveness and strategic mission fulfillment.

Our Culture:

• Remote-first company enabling flexible work across locations.
• Accommodations available upon request.

Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise threat analysts and oversee incident investigations.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders at all levels.
• Maintain knowledge of attacker tactics and tools.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years in cybersecurity with leadership experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Expertise in endpoint and network security (IDS, IPS, EDR).

Sophos

Sophos provides cybersecurity solutions including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services. It is a global, remote-first company with thousands of employees, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.