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Senior Manager, Cyber Security Operations

Zebra
Lincolnshire, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

Remote Work : Yes

Overview :

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer's and partner's needs and solve their challenges.

Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about - locally and globally. We've only begun reimaging the future - for our people, our customers, and the world.

Let's create tomorrow together.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Manager in Cyber Operations to lead and manage our 24x7 Security Operations Center (SOC), Incident Response Team, Threat Hunting Team, and Threat Intelligence function. Zebra's Security organization is securing Zebra's future by improving the company's resiliency and enabling secure growth by dedicating and protecting our assets and employees. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, excellent leadership abilities, and a passion for safeguarding our organization's digital assets. You will have a critical role is shaping Zeba's Security Operations team. Interested? Apply and come join the heard!

  • Ideally located in Lincolnshire, IL but open to hiring remote

Responsibilities :

  • Lead and Manage Teams : Oversee and manage the 24x7 Security Operations Center, Incident Response Team, Threat Hunting Team, and Threat Intelligence function. Provide guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.
  • Incident Management : Develop and implement incident response plans, procedures, and protocols to effectively detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents. Act as the primary Incident Commander during security incidents, coordinating with internal teams, external partners, and relevant authorities to ensure timely and effective incident resolution. Experience in developing After-Action Reports and presenting those to the necessary stakeholders.
  • Threat Hunting and Intelligence : Guide and work with the Threat Intelligence and Threat Hunting programs to detect and mitigate events before they escalate into incidents. Conduct thorough investigations to determine the root cause of security incidents, generate detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
  • Continuous Improvement : Regularly review and update incident response strategies, methodologies, and tools to enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the incident response program. Identify and assess potential security risks, vulnerabilities, and threats, and develop mitigation strategies to minimize their impact on the organization.
  • Training and Awareness : Develop and deliver training programs and awareness campaigns to educate employees on cybersecurity best practices, incident reporting procedures, and response protocols. Experience in developing wargames and tabletops for both IT teams and for functional leadership and executive management teams.
  • Compliance and Reporting : Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices related to incident response, and generate regular reports for senior management and stakeholders.
  • Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, communications, and risk management, to ensure a coordinated and holistic approach to incident response.
  • Automation and AI : Work with necessary stakeholders to implement automation and utilize AI technologies to improve response time and mitigation actions.
  • Qualifications :

    Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
  • 12 years of experience with 5 years of management experience (leading both on staff and managed service resources positioned around the globe)
  • Experience working in security operations center environments, with a focus on incident response and management.
  • Hands-on experience performing cyber investigations
  • In-depth knowledge of incident response methodologies, threat intelligence, digital forensics, and cybersecurity technologies and tools.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Master's Degree preferred
  • Have experience in implementing automation and integration with AI technologies for response, mitigation and containment actions
  • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of cybersecurity professionals.
  • Ability to clearly communicate complex risks and situations to diverse audiences both written and verbal
  • Demonstrate regular interactions with Senior management or executive levels on matters concerning several functional areas, business units, and / or customers
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions under pressure
  • Meticulous attention to detail, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work and maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and integrity
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and responding to changing circumstances with agility and resilience
  • Position requires occasional international travel - up to 10%
  • Come join our team!

    Zebra is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com.

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    We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

    To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.

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