Cyber Security Operations Manager

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with incentives

Health benefits

Security training & development

Pension fund

On-site SOC facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Cyber Security Operations Manager to lead the Security Operations Center in Pretoria, overseeing day-to-day operations, threat detection, analysis and incident response. You will guide a team of security analysts, manage SOC tooling, and drive continuous improvement of SOC processes to protect the organization’s digital assets.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or CS, 5–7 years in cybersecurity operations with 2+ years in management, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, with at least 2 years in a management or team lead role.
• Proven experience managing a SOC environment and leading security analysts.
• Strong understanding of SIEM, IDS/IPS, threat intelligence, and incident response methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Security Operations Center (SOC) team and foster a high-performance culture.
• Oversee monitoring of security alerts, logs, and events for threats and intrusions.
• Develop, implement, and refine incident response procedures and playbooks.
• Manage and optimize performance of SOC tools and technologies (SIEM, EDR, threat intel).
• Ensure timely analysis and remediation of security incidents.
• Develop and deliver reports on security status, incidents, and trends to senior management.

Skills

Team leadership

SOC operations

SIEM

Incident response

Security analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security or Computer Science

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Threat intelligence platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Cyber Security Operations Manager to lead their Security Operations Center (SOC) in Pretoria . This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the SOC, ensuring the effective detection, analysis, and response to security threats and incidents. You will lead a team of security analysts, manage security tools, and drive continuous improvement of SOC processes and capabilities. This is a critical leadership position focused on maintaining the organization's security posture and protecting its digital assets against a constantly evolving threat landscape, contributing to overall business resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the Security Operations Center (SOC) team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee the monitoring of security alerts, logs, and events for potential threats and intrusions.
• Develop, implement, and refine incident response procedures and playbooks.
• Manage and optimize the performance of SOC tools and technologies, including SIEM, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Ensure timely and effective analysis and remediation of security incidents.
• Develop and deliver reports on security operational status, incidents, and trends to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, with at least 2 years in a management or team lead role.
• Proven experience managing a SOC environment and leading security analysts.
• Strong understanding of SIEM, IDS/IPS, threat intelligence, and incident response methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC) are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives and overtime pay.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Access to advanced security training and professional development opportunities.
• Defined contribution pension fund.
• On-site work environment with state-of-the-art security operations facilities.