SOC Manager

1 week ago

Hyderabad, India Smart IMS Inc. Full time

Job Description

Job Summary:

The SOC Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Security Operations Center (SOC) team, ensuring the effective monitoring, detection, and response to security threats and incidents. This role involves overseeing the day-to-day operations of the SOC, developing and implementing security strategies, and coordinating with other departments to enhance the organization’s overall security posture. The SOC Manager will also play a critical role in incident response, threat intelligence, and continuous improvement of SOC processes and technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

SOC Leadership and Management:

  1. Lead and manage a team of SOC analysts (L1, L2, and L3), providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
  2. Ensure the SOC operates 24/7, maintaining high levels of efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness.
  3. Develop and implement SOC policies, procedures, and playbooks to standardize and optimize security operations.

Incident Response Oversight:

  1. Oversee the detection, analysis, and response to security incidents, ensuring timely and effective mitigation.
  2. Coordinate with cross-functional teams during major security incidents, providing leadership and direction.
  3. Conduct post-incident reviews and develop action plans to prevent future occurrences.

Threat Intelligence and Monitoring:

  1. Lead the development and integration of threat intelligence into SOC operations, enhancing the team’s ability to detect and respond to threats.
  2. Continuously monitor the threat landscape, identifying emerging threats and vulnerabilities relevant to the organization.
  3. Ensure the SOC’s monitoring capabilities are up-to-date and aligned with the latest industry standards and practices.

Process Improvement and Optimization:

  1. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the SOC, focusing on automation, efficiency, and effectiveness.
  2. Evaluate and implement new security technologies, tools, and processes to enhance SOC capabilities.
  3. Regularly assess and refine incident response strategies, playbooks, and procedures.

Collaboration and Communication:

  1. Act as the primary point of contact between the SOC and other departments, fostering collaboration and information sharing.
  2. Communicate security risks, incidents, and trends to executive leadership, providing clear and actionable insights.
  3. Represent the SOC in security audits, assessments, and compliance reviews.

Training and Development:

  1. Develop and implement training programs to continuously improve the skills and knowledge of SOC team members.
  2. Promote a culture of learning and development within the SOC, encouraging team members to pursue certifications and advanced training.
  3. Stay current with the latest developments in cybersecurity and share knowledge with the team.

Budget and Resource Management:

  1. Manage the SOC budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources to meet operational needs.
  2. Oversee the procurement and maintenance of SOC tools and technologies.
  3. Ensure the SOC is adequately staffed and resourced to handle the organization's security needs.

Qualifications:

  1. Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC) are highly desirable.
  2. Experience:  Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3-5 years in a SOC leadership role. Proven experience in managing security incidents and leading a SOC team.

Technical Skills:

1. Strong understanding of SIEM systems, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and other security technologies.

2. Experience with incident response, forensic analysis, and threat intelligence.

3. Knowledge of network security, vulnerability management, and endpoint security.

4. Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS, HIPAA) and security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).

Soft Skills:

1. Excellent leadership and team management skills.

2. Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to technical and non- technical audiences.

3. Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make decisions under pressure.

4. Strategic thinking with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Experience with cloud security and securing hybrid environments.
  2. Experience in setting up SIEM tools like SECEON, Splunk, QRadar etc.
  3. Advanced certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, SANS GIAC).
  4. ISO 27001 LI/ LA certification and implementation experience.
  5. Experience in managing security in a large enterprise environment.
  6. Advanced level of experience in managing Linux environments.

Working Conditions:

  • The role may require occasional on-call availability and the ability to respond to security incidents outside of normal business hours.

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