Director, Security Operations


Boston
Permanent
GBP210000 - GBP240000
Cybersecurity​
PR/544842_1746813750
Director, Security Operations

We are seeking a Director of Security Operations to lead a team to develop, implement, and enhance security practices, tools, systems, and policies. In this role, you will be working directly with the CISO and ensuring the security and integrity of internal infrastructure and product deployments.

Responsibilities:

  • Hire and mentor a team of security professionals.
  • Define security standards and playbooks.
  • Design and manage the Security Operations Center (SOC).
  • Analyze and improve security architecture.
  • Implement new security tools and practices.
  • Identify and address security threats.
  • Enhance the team's presence and thought leadership.
  • Contribute to open source threat intelligence.
  • Conduct threat modeling and table top exercises.
  • Develop training materials for Security Operations.
  • Publish blog posts, whitepapers, and presentations.
  • Track and report Security Operations KPIs.
  • Plan and deliver Security Operations work within agile practices.
  • Collaborate with security leadership to influence change.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience with advanced threat actors and nation state threats.
  • Expert understanding of SOC architecture and design.
  • Proficiency in Linux security.
  • Ability to create and automate incident response playbooks.
  • Knowledge of security architecture and tools.
  • Experience with threat intelligence feeds.
  • Familiarity with security risk management frameworks.
  • Strong academic background in Computer Science or STEM.
  • Leadership and management skills.
  • Excellent business English writing and presentation skills.
  • Ability to report security metrics accurately.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience in offensive or defensive security teams.
  • Familiarity with open source security tools.
  • Knowledge of security standards.
  • Experience managing security posture of corporate endpoints.

If interested in learning more, please apply directly!

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