Job Description
Are you a visionary cybersecurity leader ready to build a world-class defense mechanism? Apex Cyber Defense is seeking a highly skilled Senior SOC Manager to lead our Security Operations Center in the heart of San Francisco.
In this pivotal role, you will not only oversee the day-to-day monitoring of our digital assets but also architect robust strategies to mitigate emerging threats. We are looking for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses deep technical expertise, and excels at mentoring high-performing teams. If you are passionate about securing enterprise infrastructure and driving a culture of security excellence, we invite you to apply.
Why Join Apex Cyber Defense?
- Competitive Compensation: Annual salary range of $140k - $180k plus performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Premium health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible PTO.
- Growth Opportunities: Work with cutting-edge technologies and lead high-impact security initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead and Manage: Direct the daily operations of the Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring 24/7 monitoring and rapid response to security incidents.
- Strategic Planning: Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive information security program aligned with business objectives and compliance standards (ISO 27001, SOC 2).
- Incident Response: Lead the incident response team during security breaches, coordinating with legal, PR, and IT teams to minimize downtime and data loss.
- Tech Stack Management: Oversee the deployment and tuning of SIEM, SOAR, and EDR tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, CrowdStrike) to enhance threat detection capabilities.
- Talent Development: Mentor junior analysts and security engineers, conducting regular training sessions and performance reviews to foster career growth.
- Vulnerability Management: Oversee regular vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk remediation processes.
- Compliance & Reporting: Generate detailed security reports for executive leadership and ensure strict adherence to regulatory requirements such as GDPR and CCPA.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 8 years in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, or GCIH are required.
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency with SIEM platforms (Splunk, Elastic, or Azure Sentinel) and network security protocols.
- Cloud Security: Deep understanding of cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and container security.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical findings into actionable business insights for stakeholders.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field.
- Problem Solving: Proven ability to handle high-pressure situations and make critical decisions under duress.