SOC Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW

ThreatLocker® is a leader in endpoint protection technologies, providing enterprise-level cybersecurity tools to improve the security of servers and endpoints. The ThreatLocker® platform with Application Allowlisting, Ringfencing™, Storage Control, Elevation Control, Endpoint Network Control, Configuration Management, and Operational Alert solutions are leading the cybersecurity market toward a more secure approach of blocking the exploits of 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The duties described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. If necessary, reasonable accommodation may be requested and will be evaluated for its relationship to the essential functions that must be performed.

• Job will generally be performed in an office environment but may require travel to visit company offices and/or property locations.
• While performing duties of this job, would occasionally require to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects and tools.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.