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SOC Operations Manager

Onsite

Herndon, VA.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Manage and operate a 24x7 Security Operations Center (SOC) and ensure appropriate shift coverage and incident response capabilities.

+ Oversee personnel schedules and ensure continuous support across all SOC shifts.

+ Ensure timely investigation and response to security events and incidents.

+ Develop, implement, and enforce SOC standard operating procedures (SOPs).

+ Maintain and evolve reporting mechanisms and deliver executive-level status updates.

+ Align SOC operations with FISMA, NIST, and DHS 4300A/B controls and regulatory compliance requirements.

+ Interface with IT and security leadership to drive incident response, threat intelligence integration, and monitoring improvements.

+ Required Skills & Qualifications:

+ Minimum of 10 years in Information Assurance/Cybersecurity, with at least 4 years managing a SOC in an enterprise network environment.

Demonstrated expertise in:

+ Security event monitoring and response

+ Log management, IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewall technologies

+ Malware analysis and antivirus systems

+ VPN technologies and encryption standards

+ Strong knowledge of FISMA, NIST controls, and DHS cybersecurity guidelines

+ Proficient in developing team schedules, operational SOPs, and executive reporting

+ Bachelor's or Master's in Information Technology (or related field) OR equivalent hands-on experience managing security operations environments