Cybersecurity Program Manager (SOC) REMOTE with Topsecret

Title: Cybersecurity Program Manager(SOC)

Location: Washington, DC or Delton, TX  (Hybrid or REMOTE)

Duration: 5 years

Certification: CISSP, CISM, PMP, or equivalent certifications strongly preferred

Active Top-Secret required

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Program Manager with a deep understanding of Security Operations Center (SOC) operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and optimizing SOC programs, ensuring the effective management of cybersecurity threats and the continuous improvement of SOC capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, execution, and management of SOC programs, including threat detection, incident response, and threat intelligence initiatives.
• Define program objectives, scope, deliverables, and timelines while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and manage budgets, resources, and stakeholder communication plans for SOC programs.
• Ensure the SOC is operating effectively and efficiently to identify, mitigate, and respond to cybersecurity threats.
• Oversee the design and implementation of SOC workflows, processes, and technologies.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in security monitoring, analytics, and incident handling.
• Manage cross-functional teams, including analysts, engineers, and external vendors, to achieve program objectives.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning within the SOC team.
• Provide mentorship and career development opportunities for SOC staff.
• Develop and execute long-term strategies to enhance SOC maturity and capabilities.
• Identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies and frameworks to improve threat detection and response.
• Conduct regular reviews of SOC performance metrics and implement improvements as necessary.
• Act as the primary point of contact for SOC-related initiatives with internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate SOC performance, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Ensure alignment of SOC activities with broader cybersecurity and business strategies.
• Ensure SOC operations meet relevant regulatory, compliance, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with risk management teams to align SOC activities with the organization's risk posture.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or a related field. Master s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in cybersecurity with at least 5 years in a SOC or equivalent environment. At least 3 years in a program management role.
• In-depth knowledge of SOC tools, technologies, and frameworks (e.g., SIEM, EDR, SOAR, MITRE ATT&CK).
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and incident response best practices.
• Familiarity with cloud security and hybrid SOC environments.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, or GDPR.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.