Job Description
Job Description
Recruiter Summary of Position :
Job Title : Cybersecurity Operations Manager
Location : Indianapolis, Indiana
Work Arrangement : Hybrid work schedule
Note : Hands on technical position with some Team Lead / People Manager responsibilities. 70% technical vs. 30% people management.
Required Technical Skills :
- Experience : 7–10+ years in a senior or leadership role within a Security Operations Center (SOC) or Incident Response (IR) Team.
- Core Competencies : Expert-level background in SIEM operations, incident response lifecycle management, security process formalization, and establishing documentation.
- Technology Proficiency : Hands-on experience with EDR, NDR, email security solutions, SOAR, and SIEM platforms.
- Microsoft Stack : Proficiency with the full suite of Microsoft security and infrastructure technologies (Active Directory, Azure, Defender, EntraID, Intune, Purview, and Sentinel).
- Certifications : Must possess one or more leading industry certifications (CISSP, CISM, GSOM, GCIH, GCIL, OSCP, etc.).
Employee Value Proposition : This is a high-impact, strategic leadership role where the manager will directly shape the company's security posture. The opportunity includes leading and scaling a team of security analysts, driving automation efforts, and formalizing security operations processes. The candidate will work hands-on with cutting-edge security tools and partner closely with technology and client teams in a growth environment with significant investment in professional development.
Cybersecurity Operations Manager :
In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of protecting digital landscapes, leading a dynamic team that thrives on solving complex cybersecurity challenges. You'll spend your days hands-on with cutting-edge security tools, orchestrating incident responses, and building robust security operations from the ground up. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the security posture of a growing company, directly impacting the safety and success of both the organization and its clients. You'll contribute to a mission that ensures peace of mind in an increasingly complex digital world.
Why This Role is Different
Impactful Leadership : Lead, mentor, and develop a team of security analysts, fostering their growth and expertise.Strategic Influence : Drive initiatives to formalize security practices and implement automation, enhancing efficiency and resilience.Hands-On Innovation : Work directly with advanced security technologies, tackling the most complex incidents and investigations.Growth Environment : Join a company that is investing heavily in its people, systems, and future, offering significant opportunities for professional development.Collaborative Culture : Partner closely with Infrastructure and Modern Workplace teams, as well as clients, to cultivate a strong security culture.What You'll Do :
Responsible for day-to-day oversight of Security Operations activities including ticket and request handling, incident triage, escalation, containment and remediationAccept and resolve the most complex security incidents that cannot be resolved by the IT Operations Team or less experienced Security AnalystsLead incident response investigations, coordinate response activities, and update leaders while maintaining confidentialityOversee the daily configuration and maintenance of core security tools including EDR, NDR, email security solutions, and SIEMsEstablish and document repeatable security operations processes and procedures and ensure they are followed by the Information Security TeamImplement automation for repetitive security response and maintenance activitiesSupport associated security activities including security engineering, threat hunting, vulnerability management, penetration tests, and GRC processesParticipate in the process to on-board new clients to our managed security service offeringFrequent interface with vendors and service providers to ensure timely response to support requests and adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs)Development of Security Operations metrics and reporting to managementLead, mentor, and develop a team of Security Analysts with an aim to scale-up in the futureLead the Information Security team in the Sr. Director’s absenceWhat You'll Bring :
7–10+ years leading or senior member within a Security Operations Center or Incident Response Team.Strong background in SIEM operations, incident response, and implementing documented security processes.Experience with EDR, NDR, email security solutions, SOARs, and SIEMs.Proficiency with Microsoft technologies including Active Directory, Azure, Defender, EntraID, Intune, Purview, and Sentinel.One or more leading cybersecurity certification : CISSP, CISM, GSOM, GCIH, GCIL, OSCP, etc.By applying for this job, you agree that we can text you (standard rates apply).