Job Description

SOC Manager IT
Midrand - Gauteng - South Africa

Are you a skilled and experienced SOC Manager with a passion for cyber resilience?

We have an exciting opportunity for you to lead our cutting-edge team in Rosebank! As a key member of our elite cyber resilience force, you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding our systems and data against ever-evolving threats.

What we offer:

The Level 3 SOC Analyst / SOC Manager is responsible for leading and managing the advanced security monitoring and incident response activities within the organization's Security Operations Center (SOC).

The SOC services the company as well as third party clients across a range of critical infrastructure and commercial industries.

This role involves overseeing a team of SOC analysts, coordinating with other security teams, analyzing complex security incidents, and ensuring the effectiveness of the organization's security measures.

Your Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership and Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Incident Response and Analysis
• Service Delivery and Optimization
• Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Management
• Documentation and Reporting
• Quality Assurance and Compliance
• Collaboration and Communication
• Budget Management and Reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• No less than 5 years experience in managing a SOC within a Managed Security Services Provider environment including hands-on incident response and management.
• In-depth knowledge of security technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, etc.
• Strong understanding of threat landscapes, security vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and emerging security trends.
• Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance standards (e.g., CIS, GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, ISO 27001).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or GIAC certifications are preferred.
• Excellent leadership, team management experience and inter-personal skills

If you're ready to take the lead in fortifying our cyber defenses and shaping the future of cyber resilience, apply now! Join us in Rosebank and become a pivotal force in the fight against cyber threats. Your expertise is what we need to stay secure together

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Sabenza IT