Remote Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health/dental/vision insurance

Fully remote work

Home office allowance

Career advancement

Global team

Advanced tools

Impact on cybersecurity initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager to lead global SOC operations and a distributed team of security analysts. The role focuses on building and optimizing SOC processes, threat detection, and incident response for a 24/7 operation in a remote-first environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in cybersecurity operations, leadership experience in SOC, and strong knowledge of SIEM/SOAR, threat intelligence, and incident response frameworks.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in SOC operations and global teams.
• Experience designing, building, or managing SOC operations.
• Deep knowledge of security monitoring technologies and incident response frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a global team of SOC analysts, ensuring high performance and development.
• Develop and refine SOC strategies, processes, and procedures.
• Oversee daily SOC operations: monitoring, detection, analysis, and incident response.
• Manage and optimize SIEM/SOAR and other SOC technologies.
• Create and maintain incident response playbooks and execute during incidents.
• Integrate threat intelligence into SOC operations for proactive defense.
• Report KPIs and SLAs for SOC performance.
• Collaborate with security teams to maintain cohesive security posture.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Manage SOC budget and resources.

Skills

SOC management

Threat intelligence

Incident response

Leadership

Cloud security monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

SIEM

SOAR

Cloud monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding international cybersecurity firm, is seeking a seasoned Remote Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager to lead and manage their global SOC operations. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to build and optimize SOC processes, manage a distributed team of security analysts, and ensure the effective detection and response to cyber threats 24/7. You will be instrumental in developing and refining the SOC's capabilities, leveraging advanced security technologies, and maintaining a high level of operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with extensive experience in SOC management, threat intelligence, and incident response. Join a dynamic, forward-thinking organization that values expertise and provides a truly remote-first working environment, enabling you to make a significant impact on global cybersecurity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a global team of SOC analysts, ensuring high performance and continuous development.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve SOC strategies, processes, and procedures.
• Oversee daily SOC operations, including threat monitoring, detection, analysis, and incident response.
• Manage and optimize security monitoring tools, SIEM, SOAR, and other SOC technologies.
• Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and ensure effective execution during critical events.
• Drive the integration of threat intelligence into SOC operations to enhance proactive defense.
• Establish and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) for the SOC.
• Collaborate with other security teams (e.g., threat hunting, vulnerability management, incident response) to ensure a cohesive security posture.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards.
• Manage SOC budget and resource allocation effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role within a SOC environment.
• Proven experience in designing, building, or managing SOC operations.
• Deep understanding of security monitoring technologies, SIEM/SOAR platforms, threat intelligence, and incident response frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of various attack vectors, threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a remote, global team effectively.
• Experience with cloud security monitoring and incident response is a plus.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GCIA, or CCSP are highly desirable.
• Must be a results-oriented individual with a passion for cybersecurity and operational excellence.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Fully remote work flexibility, allowing work from anywhere.
• Generous allowance for home office equipment and professional development.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership growth.
• Work with a diverse, international, and highly skilled team.
• Cutting-edge technology and tools.
• Significant impact on global cybersecurity initiatives.