SOC Manager – Cybersecurity Operations - Military veterans preferred

VectorUSA

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



Position Title: SOC Manager Cybersecurity Operations

About the Role
VectorUSA is seeking a hands-on SOC Manager to lead daily cybersecurity operations and guide a team of skilled analysts in monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats. This role blends tactical execution with team leadership, ensuring our Security Operations Center runs efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day SOC operations, ensuring timely detection and response to security incidents.

• Lead and mentor a team of analysts and engineers in monitoring, triage, and remediation.

• Act as the primary escalation point for complex incidents.

• Develop, maintain, and enforce SOC processes, runbooks, and incident response protocols.

• Collaborate with IT, Threat Intelligence, and Vulnerability Management teams to enhance defenses.

• Track and report SOC metrics, performance indicators, and operational improvements.

• Ensure alignment with security policies, compliance standards, and regulatory frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years in cybersecurity with at least 3 years in a SOC leadership role.

• Proven experience in managing teams within a fast-paced operational environment.

• Strong understanding of SIEM, EDR, threat intelligence, and incident response workflows.

• Relevant certification (CISM, CISSP, or equivalent).

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building or maturing a SOC function.

• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK and NIST CSF.

• Background in regulated sectors (finance, government, healthcare).

Why Join VectorUSA
This is your opportunity to lead a critical cybersecurity team, refine operational excellence, and strengthen defenses at a security-driven organization.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise-level cybersecurity tools and environments.
• Work with a collaborative, experienced, and growing security team.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

VectorUSA is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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