Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager

About

Our client, a prominent organization in the financial services sector, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager to lead their dedicated security team. This is an on-site role critical for overseeing the real-time monitoring, detection, analysis, and response to cybersecurity threats. You will be responsible for managing the SOC team, refining operational procedures, leveraging advanced security technologies, and ensuring the continuous protection of our client's sensitive data and critical systems. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be at the forefront of cybersecurity defense within a highly regulated industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of SOC analysts, ensuring high performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Security Operations Center, including monitoring, incident detection, and initial response.
• Develop, implement, and maintain SOC processes, procedures, and playbooks.
• Manage and optimize the use of security tools and technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Ensure timely and effective investigation and escalation of security incidents.
• Collaborate with other IT and security teams to implement remediation strategies.
• Stay abreast of emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques.
• Develop and deliver regular reports on SOC performance, incident trends, and security posture to senior management.
• Conduct regular drills and exercises to test the effectiveness of incident response capabilities.
• Foster strong relationships with external cybersecurity partners and law enforcement agencies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and security standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role within a SOC environment.
• Proven experience in managing and motivating security operations teams.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threats, attack vectors, and defense strategies.
• Expertise in SIEM platforms, threat detection tools, and incident response methodologies.
• Strong understanding of network security, endpoint security, cloud security, and vulnerability management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Experience in developing and implementing SOC metrics and KPIs.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC certifications are highly desirable.

This role requires you to be based in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA, and will involve working on-site to lead the Security Operations Center effectively. If you are a proven leader in cybersecurity operations, we encourage you to apply.