Manager - Security Operations

Lead and elevate the company’s Security Operations Center (SOC) by overseeing end-to-end security monitoring, incident detection, and response activities. You will manage SOC analysts, optimize security tools and processes, and ensure a strong organizational security posture. This role requires a strategic leader who can drive operational excellence, enhance detection capabilities, and align SOC operations with the company’s broader cybersecurity objectives. You will collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while continuously enhancing threat readiness and incident response effectiveness across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring effective monitoring, detection, and response to security incidents across the company’s technology environment.
• Manage the configuration, tuning, and continuous optimization of SIEM, SOAR, vulnerability assessment, and EDR tools to enhance detection accuracy and reduce false positives.
• Lead the investigation and validation of security alerts, ensuring timely triage, escalation, and resolution in alignment with defined SLAs and risk thresholds.
• Prepare and present regular SOC performance reports, incident dashboards, and threat trend analyses to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Ensure SOC compliance with regulatory and industry cybersecurity standards, including ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, and UAE national cybersecurity requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, architecture, GRC, and delivery teams to ensure effective communication, cross-functional alignment, and coordinated incident response efforts.
• Develop and deliver ongoing training, coaching, and capability-building programs for SOC analysts to promote continuous growth and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, supported by industry certifications such as SANS and ITIL Foundation.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience within a Security Operations Center, managing analysts, directing workflows, and overseeing enterprise-grade monitoring platforms.
• Strong hands-on expertise with SIEM technologies such as ArcSight and SOAR platforms such as Cortex, with the ability to optimize detection content and automate response workflows.
• Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing security professionals while fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Commitment to continuous learning, staying current on emerging cyber threats, new technologies, and evolving best practices.

Working Conditions
Competitive Salary: We offer an attractive salary package based on your skills and experience.
Yearly Bonus: In recognition of your contributions, you will receive a performance-based annual bonus.
Premium Family Insurance: We provide comprehensive health coverage, including dental, vision, and life insurance, ensuring the well-being of you and your family.
Learning & Development: We offer access to top-tier learning platforms to help you grow in your career. Learn at your own pace with unlimited access to premium courses.