Security Ops Lead for Mission-Critical Space & GovSec

Northwood Space; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwood Space in Torrance, California, is seeking a skilled Security Operations Lead to build and own the security operations function. This senior role involves incident response and developing critical detection and threat hunting programs.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of hands-on experience in SOC operations and a strong background in SIEM engineering. The role includes mentoring a team and ensuring operational effectiveness in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on SOC operations, incident response, or threat hunting experience.
• Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build and operate Northwood's SOC function.
• Develop and maintain SOC operational metrics and reporting.
• Own security incidents end-to-end.

Skills

SIEM engineering

Incident response

Threat hunting

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Tools

Volatility

YARA

AWS GovCloud

FortiGate

CrowdStrike

Job description

Northwood Space in Torrance, California, is seeking a skilled Security Operations Lead to build and own the security operations function. This senior role involves incident response and developing critical detection and threat hunting programs.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of hands-on experience in SOC operations and a strong background in SIEM engineering. The role includes mentoring a team and ensuring operational effectiveness in a regulated environment.