**Security Operations Center (SOC) Leader** **Lowell, MA** **Job Type:** Direct Hire | **Recruiter:** Joshua Tobin (https://digitalprospectors.com/our-team/joshua-tobin) | **Phone:** 603-772-2700 **Position:** Security Operations Center (SOC) Leader **Location:** Middlesex County, MA (Onsite) **Length:** Direct Hire **Job Description:** Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Security Operations Center (SOC) Leader to join their security team. In this critical role, you will oversee the management of outsourced SOC services provided by a third-party MSSP while leading their in-house SOC leadership and incident response capabilities. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the security incident management lifecycle, threat intelligence, threat hunting, and ensuring comprehensive security response readiness. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to):** + Manage and oversee the relationship with the third-party MSSP providing SOC services. + Ensure the MSSP meets service levels and aligns with the organization's security strategy. + Develop and maintain SOC processes and procedures to integrate with the MSSP. + Lead the in-house incident response team, coordinating efforts during security incidents. + Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures. + Conduct post-incident analysis to identify root causes and implement preventive measures. + Establish risk scenarios and identify potential security incidents. + Develop and conduct incident response exercises to test and improve response capabilities. + Oversee the entire lifecycle of security incidents, from detection to resolution and post-incident analysis. + Oversee the threat intelligence program, ensuring timely and accurate information on emerging threats. + Lead threat hunting initiatives to proactively identify and mitigate potential security threats. + Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to share threat intelligence and best practices. + Ensure the organization is prepared to respond to security incidents efficiently and effectively. + Conduct regular security drills and simulations to test response capabilities. + Maintain a high state of readiness and continuously improve response processes. + Develop and maintain security metrics to measure the effectiveness of SOC operations and incident response. + Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on security incidents, SOC performance, and threat intelligence activities. + Track and analyze trends to identify areas for improvement. **Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field (higher degree i.e., MBA, MS in Cybersecurity are a plus). + Proven experience in managing Security Operations Center operations, including outsourced SOC services. + Strong knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and best practices (i.e., NIST and ISO 27001). + Excellent leadership and communication skills. + Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. + Relevant certifications (i.e., CISSP, CISM, and GIAC). + Experience with MSSP management and integration. + Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and threat hunting methodologies. POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED. Digital Prospectors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment. Come see why DPC has achieved: + 4.9/5 Star Glassdoor rating and the only staffing company (< 1000 employees) to be voted in the national Top 10 ‘Employee’s Choice - Best Places to Work’ by Glassdoor. + Voted ‘Best Staffing Firm to Temp/Contract For’ seven times by Staffing Industry Analysts as well as a ‘Best Company to Work For’ by Forbes, Fortune and Inc. magazine. As you are applying, please join us in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion by completing the Invitation toSelf-Identify (https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=78910&clientkey=55336DD43EED5DE3CE2A2212C8A1FA1B) form today! www.LoveYourJob.com