Senior Lead, Security Operations

Qualtrics; Provo (UT); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness reimbursement

Experience bonus

Qualtrics communities

Job summary

Qualtrics seeks a Senior Lead of CDU Operations to guide daily security operations, mentor analysts, and Mature detection and response capabilities. This hands-on leadership role balances strategy with hands-on execution as we protect a global environment.

You will lead teams across intrusion detection, threat hunting, incident response, and automation, partnering with stakeholders to strengthen our security posture and drive innovation in a dynamic landscape.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in security operations management with a track record of driving innovation and leading teams.
• Deep understanding of intrusion detection, threat hunting, incident response, and security automation.

Responsibilities

• Drive Security Innovation: evaluate and implement advanced security technologies for intrusion detection, threat hunting, incident response, and automation.
• Manage Complex Security Operations: oversee daily operations of security teams involved in monitoring, threat detection, analysis, incident response, and threat intelligence.
• Lead Incident Response: own significant security incidents, guiding cross-functional teams through investigation, containment, and remediation.
• Shape Security Strategy: develop a robust Security Operations strategy aligned with risk appetite and business objectives.
• Manage Security Projects: ensure timely delivery of security initiatives while mitigating risks and promoting adaptability.
• Develop a High-Performing Team: build and mentor a diverse group of security experts, promoting knowledge sharing and growth.

Skills

Leadership

Security expertise

Strategic thinking

Automation & scripting

Communication & collaboration

Tools

Python

PowerShell

Job description

At Qualtrics, we create software the world's best brands use to deliver exceptional frontline experiences, build high-performing teams, and design products people love. But we are more than a platform- we are the creators and stewards of the Experience Management category serving over 18K clients globally. Building a category takes grit, determination, and a disdain for convention- but most of all it requires close-knit, high-functioning teams with an unwavering dedication to serving our customers.

When you join one of our teams, you'll be part of a nimble group that’s empowered to set aggressive goals and move fast to achieve them. Strategic risks are encouraged and complex problems are solved together, by passing the mic and iterating until the best solution comes to light. You won’t have to look to find growth opportunities- ready or not, they'll find you. From retail to government to healthcare, we're on a mission to bring humanity, connection, and empathy back to business. Join over 5,000 people across the globe who think that's work worth doing.

Senior Lead, Security Operations

Why We Have This Role

Qualtrics is looking for a Senior Lead of CDU Operations to lead the (AMR or KRK) team's daily operations that are responsible for detecting, triaging, and responding to security threats across our global environment. You'll own the day-to-day operations of your team, build and mentor a high-performing team of analysts, and continuously mature our detection and response capabilities to keep pace with an evolving threat landscape. This is a hands-on leadership role - you'll support in guiding strategy while staying close enough to work alongside the team and manage incidents.

How You’ll Find Success

• Strategic Visionary: You possess an in-depth understanding of the cybersecurity threat landscape and proactively identify emerging risks.

• Strategic Alignment: You help shape the Security Operations strategy, ensuring alignment with the organization's overall goals.

• Technical Innovator: You drive continuous improvement by evaluating and implementing cutting-edge security tools, techniques, and automation. Your relentless pursuit of innovation keeps us ahead of evolving threats.

• Collaborative Leader: You build strong cross-functional partnerships, championing security across the organization. You foster a collaborative environment where teams work seamlessly to achieve a strong security posture.

• Resilient and Adaptive: You thrive in a dynamic environment, effectively managing complex security projects and leading teams through change. Your ability to adapt and problem-solve makes you a key asset during challenging situations.

How You’ll Grow

• Shape Industry Standards: Participate in leading security conferences, thought leadership initiatives, and industry working groups to shape the future of cybersecurity practices.

• Executive Presence: Gain direct exposure to executive-level decision-making, refining your strategic communication and influencing skills.

• Expand Your Leadership Toolkit: Lead a team of skilled security professionals, providing you with ample opportunities to enhance your mentorship, coaching, and talent development abilities.

• Complex Problem-Solving: Tackle high-impact security challenges that will push your critical thinking, analysis, and strategy-building skills.

Things You’ll Do

• Drive Security Innovation: Research, evaluate, and implement advanced security technologies for intrusion detection, threat hunting, incident response, and automation.

• Manage Complex Security Operations: Oversee daily operations of security teams involved in network monitoring, threat detection, analysis, incident response, and threat intelligence.

• Lead Incident Response: Own significant security incidents, guiding cross-functional teams through investigation, containment, and remediation.

• Shape Security Strategy: Develop a robust Security Operations strategy aligned with our risk appetite and business objectives.

• Manage Security Projects: Ensure timely, on-budget delivery of security initiatives while mitigating risks and promoting adaptability.

• Develop a High-Performing Team: Build and mentor a diverse group of security experts, promoting knowledge-sharing, continuous learning, and professional growth.

What We’re Looking For On Your Resume

While we value the wealth of experience, we put more emphasis on your capability and the outcomes you've produced. For this role, these elements are particularly important:

• Proven Leadership Experience: 10+ years in security operations management roles with a record of driving innovation and managing teams.

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of intrusion detection, threat hunting, incident response, and security automation techniques.

• Strategic Mindset: Ability to turn security threats into effective strategies, aligning initiatives with business goals and risk tolerance.

• Engineering and Automation Focus: Passion for optimizing CDU processes through automation; experience with scripting and programming languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.) is highly valued.

• Communication & Collaboration Skills: Strong ability to work with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners.

What You Should Know About This Team

• Innovation at Our Core: Our Security Operations team embraces change and thrives on solving complex challenges. We value experimentation, continuous learning, and push the boundaries of conventional security practices.

• Collaborative Environment: We believe in the power of teamwork and foster open communication across the team and the wider organization. Your ideas will be heard, and your collaboration will be essential.

• Data-Driven Approach: We rely on data-driven insights to inform our security strategies, measure effectiveness, and continuously improve our posture.

• Growth Mindset: We are committed to your professional development. You'll have opportunities to expand your expertise, contribute to high-visibility projects, and advance your career in cybersecurity.

• Joining our team means stepping into a role that's vital, challenging, and deeply linked to Qualtrics' aim of reshaping industries by harnessing the power of Experience Management and AI.

Our Team’s Favorite Perks and Benefits

• Wellness Reimbursement for $300 per quarter for wellness activities including gym memberships, spa massages, workout equipment, meditation apps, and much more.

• $1800 Experience bonus to be used for an "Experience" of your choosing

• Amazing QGroup Communities; MOSAIQ, Green Team, Qualtrics Pride, Q&Able, Qualtrics Salute, and Women's Leadership Development, which exist as places for support, allyship, and advocacy.

The Qualtrics Hybrid Work Model

Our hybrid work model is elegantly simple: we all gather in the office three days a week; Mondays and Thursdays, plus one day selected by your organizational leader. These purposeful in-person days in thoughtfully designed offices help us do our best work and harness the power of collaboration and innovation. For the rest of the week, work where you want, owning the integration of work and life. #hybrid

Qualtrics is an equal opportunity employer meaning that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Applicants in the United States of America have rights under Federal Employment Laws:Family & Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/fmla) , Equal Opportunity Employment (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) , Employee Polygraph Protection Act (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act)

Qualtrics is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Qualtrics will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please let your Qualtrics contact/recruiter know.

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