Job Description
Are you ready to defend the digital frontier? Apex Cyber Defense is on an urgent hiring spree for a visionary Senior SOC Manager to lead our elite Security Operations Center in Los Angeles. We are looking for a security architect who thrives in high-pressure environments and possesses an eagle eye for potential threats.
In this pivotal role, you will not just manage a team; you will define our security posture. You will oversee the implementation of cutting-edge threat detection systems, manage major incident responses, and ensure our infrastructure remains impenetrable against evolving cyber threats. Join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity in the heart of CA.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Flexible remote work options and professional development stipends.
Responsibilities
- Lead Threat Detection & Response: Direct the daily operations of the SOC, monitoring security alerts, and orchestrating rapid response strategies for critical incidents.
- SIEM Management: Oversee the configuration, tuning, and optimization of SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) to maximize threat visibility and reduce false positives.
- Policy Implementation: Develop, enforce, and continuously update organizational security policies and compliance standards (GDPR, HIPAA, NIST).
- Incident Management: Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for security breaches and drive the implementation of long-term remediation strategies.
- Team Leadership: Mentor and train a team of Security Analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and vigilance.
- Vulnerability Management: Coordinate regular penetration testing and vulnerability scanning activities to identify and patch security gaps proactively.
Qualifications
- Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GCIH is required.
- Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role within a SOC environment.
- Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, network protocols, and common attack vectors. Proficiency in Python or Bash scripting is highly preferred.
- Tools: Extensive experience with SIEM, EDR, NDR, and IAM technologies.
- Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders and executive management.
- Location: Must be willing to work from our Los Angeles headquarters or a hybrid model.