SOC Manager

Position Available: SOC ManagerLocation: Hertfordshire (Hybrid)Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 + Benefits PackageExperience needed: We are looking for an experienced SOC Manager with a proven track record in managing or leading Security Operations Centers (SOC), preferably within a complex engineering environment such as defence, aerospace or manufacturing. You should have deep expertise in threat detection, security technologies, and process improvement, along with strong leadership and communication skills to manage teams effectively and interact with various stakeholders.

About the roleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an SOC Manager to lead the effective delivery and resilience of a 24x7 on-premise security service. Reporting directly to the Head of Cyber Security Services and CERT, you will also have key lines of communication with the UK CISO, InfoSec Managers, and other stakeholders.This role focuses on driving continuous improvement and maturing threat detection capabilities, working closely with the Incident Response team to safeguard overseas commercial networks. This is a unique chance to join a growing cyber security team, with the opportunity to shape the role and team to meet customer demands across the UK and globally.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the 24x7 SOC team, ensuring effective threat detection and response capabilities
• Drive continuous improvement and maturity of SOC processes and technologies
• Collaborate with Incident Response teams and protect overseas commercial networks
• Develop and integrate log sources, build new correlation rules, and automate SOC processes
• Design and enhance security operations centres, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders and external IT suppliers

What we need from you

• Strong knowledge of security technologies, including Authentication, End Point Security, Internet Policy Enforcement, Firewalls, and SOC advancements such as EDR and SOAR
• Experience with SIEM technologies such as LogRhythm, Splunk ES, or QRadar
• Deep familiarity with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory compliance
• Proficiency in incident management processes and intrusion analysis
• Experience in SOC automation development and cloud operations (e.g., AWS)
• Ability to lead teams effectively and communicate analytical data to varied audiences, including executives
• Solid understanding of IT and information security concepts

If you would like to know more details about the position or want to register your interest, hit apply below. We'd love to hear from you!