SOC Lead

POWDER RIVER INDUSTRIES LLC•Washington, DC

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and mission-focused SOC Lead to oversee the daily operations of the Security Operations Center and guide a team of cybersecurity analysts in defending the organization against evolving threats. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership presence, and the ability to translate complex cybersecurity issues into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

Proven experience leading SOC operations or cybersecurity teams in a high-stakes environment.
Strong technical background in threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring tools.
Ability to communicate complex cybersecurity issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Commitment to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and proactive threat defense.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage SOC analysts to ensure efficient, 24/7 operational readiness.
Direct the identification, analysis, and response to cybersecurity incidents, serving as the escalation point for high-priority events.
Reconstruct attack timelines and analyze network defense data to understand intrusion methods.
Strengthen incident response processes and coordinate enterprise-wide threat mitigation efforts.
Develop and enhance threat detection capabilities; analyze logs, traffic, and intelligence to identify emerging risks.
Communicate cybersecurity risks and technical findings to leadership in clear, concise terms.
Protect intellectual property by identifying vulnerabilities and implementing mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with IT, network security, and engineering teams to ensure cohesive threat response.
Oversee tuning and optimization of SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and other security tools.
Maintain accurate incident documentation, prepare reports, and deliver updates on SOC performance and emerging threats.
Promote continuous improvement through after-action reviews, performance metrics, and adoption of industry best practices.