SOC Manager (Financial Sector)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of cyber defense strategies, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Manage and enhance the Security Operations Center (SOC), overseeing monitoring, triage, and escalation of security events.
• Collaborate with IT, risk, and compliance teams to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Develop and maintain playbooks for incident response, threat hunting, and forensic investigations.
• Oversee the deployment and optimization of security technologies such as SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and firewalls.
• Conduct regular threat assessments, penetration tests, and red/blue team exercises to identify and mitigate risks.
• Lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity analysts and engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and vigilance.
• Report on security posture, incidents, and risk metrics to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with SOC operations, threat intelligence, and incident response.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Proficiency in tools such as Splunk, Sentinel, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto, and other enterprise-grade security platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are highly preferred.