Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager
About The Position
The SOC Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring continuous cybersecurity mission readiness and alignment with federal cybersecurity standards. This role is responsible for overseeing incident response operations, directing cross-functional security teams, and ensuring compliance with federal security and regulatory requirements. The SOC Manager leads modernization and innovation initiatives by leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), automation, and advanced analytics to enhance threat detection, response efficiency, and enterprise risk reduction.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field
- Minimum of 12 years of IT and/or cybersecurity experience
- At least 5 years supporting or managing 24/7 SOC operations
- At least 2 years implementing or operating AI/ML-enabled cybersecurity tools, platforms, or Zero Trust Architecture solutions
- Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks, incident response, and continuous monitoring.
- Experience supporting federal civilian or defense environments
- Strong leadership, communication, and executive briefing skills
- Experience managing SOC modernization, automation, or AI-enabled security initiatives
- Familiarity with federal reporting, governance, and compliance processes
- Active Public Trust, Secret, or higher clearance required
- CISSP certification
- CISM certification
- CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control) certification
- Federal IT Security Professional - Manager (FITSP-M) certification
- Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK) certification
Nice To Haves
- ITIL v4 Foundation
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and management of a 24/7 Security Operations Center
- Direct incident detection, analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery activities in accordance with federal incident response requirements
- Ensure compliance with FISMA and applicable NIST frameworks
- Develop, implement, and mature SOC strategies incorporating AI-enabled monitoring, ML-based analytics, and automation technologies
- Oversee integration and operational use of cyber threat intelligence feeds and information sharing sources
- Lead vulnerability management, risk mitigation, and continuous monitoring initiatives
- Drive AI-assisted threat hunting, predictive analytics, and SOC tool orchestration efforts
- Coordinate with internal IT, security engineering, and external stakeholders to support enterprise security objectives
- Prepare and deliver timely incident reports, metrics, and executive-level briefings to senior leadership
- Support Zero Trust Architecture initiatives and continuous SOC capability improvements
- Mentor and manage SOC personnel, ensuring operational excellence and professional development
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- 401(k) match
- Generous PTO accrual
- Professional development reimbursement
- Corporate-funded technology certifications
- Robust employee recognition and appreciation programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
