Security Operations Centre (SOC) Manager – Remote/London

Security Operations Centre (SOC) Manager – Remote/London

Posted 1 week ago by Atrium (EMEA)

£67 Per hour
Undetermined
Hybrid
London Area, United Kingdom

Summary: The Security Operations Centre (SOC) Manager will lead the Cyber Security Operations Centre, managing daily operations, incident detection, and response efforts. This role involves overseeing a team of security analysts, implementing vulnerability scanning programs, and developing SOC processes. The position is predominantly remote with occasional visits to London and Leeds offices. The manager will also be responsible for training staff and keeping abreast of emerging cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the SOC team, ensuring 24/7 coverage and effective incident handling.
  • Oversee threat monitoring, detection, and response activities.
  • Implement and manage vulnerability scanning programs and coordinate assessments.
  • Develop and enforce SOC processes, playbooks, and incident response procedures.
  • Coordinate with IT and business units to mitigate identified risks.
  • Manage SOC tools and technologies, including SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and scanning platforms.
  • Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for SOC operations.
  • Conduct regular security assessments and risk evaluations.
  • Provide training and mentorship to SOC staff.

Key Skills:

  • Experience in cybersecurity operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of SOC operations, incident response, and vulnerability management.
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM tools and vulnerability scanners.
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, or GCIA.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team leadership skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
  • Experience in regulated industries.
  • Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, or CIS.
  • Familiarity with scripting or automation for incident response.

Salary (Rate): £67.00/hr

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Security Operations Centre (SOC) Manager – Remote/London

Atrium EMEA is looking for an accomplished Security Operations Centre (SOC) Manager to lead the Cyber Security Operations Centre and be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the SOC team, overseeing incident detection and response, ensuring vulnerability scanning and remediation efforts across the organization. Predominantly remote work with occasional London and Leeds office visit

Lead and manage the SOC team, including security analysts and incident responders, ensuring 24/7 coverage and effective incident handling. Oversee threat monitoring, detection, and response activities to minimize the impact of cyber incidents. Implement and manage vulnerability scanning programs, coordinate assessments, and ensure timely remediation of findings. Develop and enforce SOC processes, playbooks, and incident response procedures. Coordinate with IT and business units to mitigate risks identified through vulnerability scanning or threat intelligence. Manage SOC tools and technologies, including SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and scanning platforms. Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for SOC operations and vulnerability management. Conduct regular security assessments and risk evaluations in partnership with internal audit and compliance teams. Keep abreast of emerging cyber threats and best practices in security operations and vulnerability management. Provide training and mentorship to SOC staff to build a strong security culture and improve technical capabilities.

Essential: Experience in cybersecurity operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role. Strong knowledge of SOC operations, incident response, and vulnerability management best practices. Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel), vulnerability scanners (e.g., Nessus, Qualys), and other security platforms. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, or GCIA are highly desirable. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team leadership skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively. Experience in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, critical infrastructure). Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, or CIS. Familiarity with scripting or automation for incident response or scanning processes.

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