Head of Security Operations Centre
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Hybrid - 2 Days onsite
My client is seeking an experienced Security Operations Centre (SOC) Lead to develop, implement, and continuously enhance our cybersecurity operations. This role will be responsible for building and managing a robust SOC strategy, ensuring 24/7 monitoring, detection, and incident response capabilities to safeguard our systems and data.
Key Responsibilities
SOC Strategy & Implementation: Develop and execute a comprehensive plan for the establishment, delivery, and evolution of the Security Operations Centre (SOC).
Threat Detection & Response: Implement and manage security solutions to proactively prevent, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats.
Incident Response Leadership: Act as a key leader in responding to major cybersecurity incidents, ensuring effective containment, mitigation, and recovery.
24/7 Security Operations: Ensure robust around-the-clock monitoring and response capabilities to protect critical assets.
Endpoint Security Monitoring: Analyse security alerts, detect threats, and respond to incidents involving endpoint devices, following best-practice incident handling procedures.
Compliance & Governance: Ensure alignment with cybersecurity regulations, standards, and frameworks such as PCI DSS, NIST, and ISO 27001.
Security Reporting: Prepare and present regular updates on endpoint protection and security status to senior management and governing bodies.
Threat Monitoring & SIEM: Design, implement, and oversee a Security Incident Event Management (SIEM) capability, delivering actionable insights and recommendations to mitigate risks.
Training & Awareness: Contribute to security training initiatives and promote a culture of continuous cybersecurity awareness across the organization.
Incident Response & Recovery: Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and procedures, ensuring effective management of cybersecurity incidents.
Continuous Improvement: Stay ahead of emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices to enhance the organization's security posture.
Key Skills & Experience
Proven experience leading cross-functional security teams in a global environment.
Extensive background in cybersecurity operations and incident response.
Strong experience collaborating with partners and third parties to build effective security teams.
Deep expertise in security technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and forensic tools.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF and ISO 27001.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Strong commercial acumen and ability to align security strategies with business objectives.
This is an exciting opportunity for a cybersecurity professional to lead and shape the security operations function, ensuring the highest levels of protection for our organization.
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