Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager

POSITION SUMMARY : The SOC Manager will plan, direct and control the functions and operations of the 24 / 7 Security Operations Center (SOC).

To monitor and analyze security incidents to protect client information and assets from unauthorized access, misuse, modification or destruction.

Develop and maintain an incident response program to address all security incidents and ensure timely escalation to appropriate business units for validation / investigation.

To ensure adherence to regulatory compliance, federal and state laws governing information security, customer identification program, personal identifiable information and assets.

Monitor all intelligence sources to identify potential threats / compromises which may target the client and develop proactive strategies to minimize the impact of these threats.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- MAY INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING : OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED.

Lead and manage a 24x7x365 Security Operations Center providing technical oversight.Lead staff to proactively identify, prevent and respond to security incidents.Ensure incident identification, assessment, quantification, reporting, communication, mitigation and monitoring.Ensure compliance to Service Level Agreements (SLA), process adherence and process improvisation to achieve operational objectives and mitigate threats.Revise and develop processes to strengthen the current operational activities; review policies and recommend changes to improve governance.Responsible for team management, personnel scheduling, overall use of resources and initiation of corrective action where required for Security Operations Center.Perform threat management, threat modeling, identify threat vectors and develop use cases for security monitoring.Responsible for integration of standard and non-standard logs in SIEMLead in developing and testing use cases for monitoring and alertsLead technical meetings and workgroup sessions with relevant SMEsResearch and assess the SIEM tool capabilities and functionality of new or existing cloud platforms and perform gap and / or integration analysis as needed.Recommend specific tools and processes to maximize security monitoring and response capability.Creation of reports, dashboards, metrics for SOC operations and presentation to client.Co-ordinate with stakeholders to build and maintain positive working relationship; this include subordinate SOCs supporting the organization.Maintain detailed notes within Operational Management systems on all security issue resolution activitiesMaintain customer technical information within defined documentation standardsPrepare reporting for customer QBRs and lead discussions on data analysis and trending.Obtain / maintain technical / professional certifications applicable to position or as directedManage and maintain security monitoring and alerting systemsAssess and identify appropriate solutions to be integrated into the systems operation and make recommendations for implementation and troubleshootingCommunicate with customers, peers, team and managers regarding incident and change managementProvide emergency on-call support on a rotating schedulePerform other duties as assigned Minimum Education and Experience : Bachelors Degree In Computer Science, Information Security, or relevant degree.

Preferred Education and Experience : 2 years of experience in a management role leading a technical team 2 years experience with Ticket Management Tools (e.g., ConnectWise)2 years experience with Cisco Umbrella, ISE, Fire Power, Cloud Lock, IDS / IPS, AMP, Cisco Email Security,etc.

2 years of experience in Network Management Tools (e.g., Vistara / OpsRamp) OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES : Excellent Interpersonal Skills (develop and maintain strong working relationships)Strong work ethicStrong communication skillsAbility to prioritize tasks.Strong organizational skillsOccasional overtime may be requiredBasic telephone operation skillsExcellent customer service skillsFamiliarity with ITIL ProcessesProficiency in Microsoft Office programs and ability to learn specialized system toolsAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentDetailed oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills TRAVEL : (Limited to No Travel) PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.

The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 35 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job involve normal vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Schedule : Monday-Friday from 9am-6pm Remote or Eatontown, NJ location Aspire strives to provide full time employees with a competitive and meaningful benefits package that includes : 401k with company match Medical with prescription drug coverage, dental and vision care; effective first day of the following month.

Company paid Long Term Disability (LTD) Company paid Life & AD&D Federal Spending Account.

Generous paid time off and holidays.

Aspire Technology Partners, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.