Information Security Manager - Security Operations Center (SOC)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and optical benefits

Retirement fund contribution

Generous annual leave

Professional development and advanced‑

Certifications support

Exposure to modern SOC technologies

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to lead the Security Operations Center in East London. Hybrid work arrangement with oversight of monitoring, detection, and response across IT infrastructure.

The role requires 6+ years in information security, including 3+ years in SOC leadership, and expertise in SIEM, IDS/IPS, and EDR. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for protecting critical data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of information security experience, with at least 3 years in leadership within a SOC.
• Proven experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR and other monitoring tools.
• Strong incident response, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management knowledge.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Security Operations Center (SOC) team, including staffing, training, and performance management.
• Oversee real-time monitoring of security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint tools.
• Develop and maintain SOC playbooks, incident response plans, and procedures.
• Coordinate containment, eradication, and recovery from incidents.
• Optimize security tool performance and conduct proactive threat hunting.
• Report on SOC activities and security posture to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

SOC operations

Incident response

SIEM

Threat detection

Staff management

Communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

EDR

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the logistics and supply chain sector located in East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to lead their Security Operations Center (SOC). This critical leadership role involves overseeing the monitoring, detection, and response to security incidents across the organization's IT infrastructure. You will be responsible for managing the SOC team, developing and refining security operations processes, and ensuring the effective use of security tools, including SIEM and threat detection platforms. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of SOC operations, incident response methodologies, and a passion for protecting sensitive corporate data. This role is based in East London and operates under a hybrid work model, enabling effective team management and strategic oversight while offering a degree of remote flexibility. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on the security posture within the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Security Operations Center (SOC) team, including staffing, training, and performance management.
• Oversee the real-time monitoring of security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security tools.
• Develop, implement, and maintain SOC procedures, playbooks, and incident response plans.
• Ensure timely and effective investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery from security incidents.
• Manage and optimize the performance of security tools and technologies used within the SOC.
• Conduct regular threat hunting exercises to proactively identify and mitigate potential threats.
• Analyze security trends and metrics to identify areas for improvement in security operations.
• Collaborate with other IT and business units to ensure comprehensive security coverage.
• Prepare regular reports on SOC activities, incident trends, and overall security posture for senior management.
• Stay current with the latest cyber threats, attack vectors, and defensive strategies.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training for SOC staff and other employees.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and security standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role within a SOC environment.
• Proven experience in managing and operating SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and other security monitoring tools.
• Deep understanding of incident response methodologies, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and common attack vectors.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make critical decisions under pressure and manage complex incident scenarios.
• Experience in developing and implementing security policies and procedures.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC certifications (e.g., GCIH, GCIA) are highly desirable.
• Must be comfortable with a hybrid work arrangement in East London, Eastern Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and optical benefits.
• Retirement fund contribution.
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced certifications.
• Exposure to modern SOC technologies and practices.
• Leadership role within a significant organization in the logistics sector.
• Supportive team environment fostering professional growth.