SOC Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW

ThreatLocker® is a global cybersecurity leader, providing enterprise-level cybersecurity tools for the Managed Services Provider (MSP) industry to improve the security of servers and endpoints. ThreatLocker’s combined Application Whitelisting, Ringfencing™, Storage Control and Privileged Access Management solutions are leading the cybersecurity market towards a more secure approach of blocking unknown application vulnerabilities.

JOB SUMMARY

The SOC Manager at ThreatLocker will lead and manage the Security Operations Center team to ensure the protection of the company's digital assets from cyber threats. This role involves overseeing incident response, threat detection, and mitigation efforts, as well as coordinating with other departments to maintain the overall security posture of the organization. This role may require occasional on-call availability and the ability to work under pressure during security incidents.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership and Management:
• Lead and mentor the SOC team, ensuring effective collaboration and performance.
• Develop and implement SOC strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct regular training and development sessions for SOC staff.
• Incident Response:
• Oversee the detection, analysis, and response to security incidents.
• Coordinate with other departments and external entities during major security incidents.
• Ensure timely and appropriate actions are taken to mitigate threats.
• Threat Detection and Mitigation:
• Monitor and analyze network traffic for potential threats.
• Implement and manage security tools and technologies.
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence capabilities.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with IT, compliance, and other departments to ensure a unified security approach.
• Communicate security issues and recommendations to senior management.
• Prepare and present regular reports on SOC activities and performance.
• Resource Management:
• Manage SOC resources, including staffing and technology.
• Ensure the SOC is equipped with the necessary tools and technologies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in managing and running a SOC.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threat detection, and incident response.
• Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) are a plus.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience with automation and orchestration tools.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.