The SOC Manager will be responsible for overseeing the Security Operations Centre (SOC) 24x7 incident response capabilities while liaising and collaborating with threat intelligence and vulnerability management, security exposure management, and SIEM/SOAR engineering teams. This individual will play a crucial role in safeguarding our customers digital assets, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our customers systems and data.

Additional responsibilities include;

• Provide leadership and management to the SOC team, ensuring the effective monitoring, detection, and response to security incidents
• Regularly update key stakeholders on SOC activities and performance metrics
• Develop, maintain, and review processes to ensure they align with industry best practices. Continuously evaluate and enhance procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the SOC.
• Execute ongoing, operational business-as-usual (BAU) tasks to meet management-defined KPIs and SLAs. Deliver security projects in line with management-defined priorities and deadlines, ensuring timely and successful project completion.
• Serve as a point of escalation for Level 1,2 & 3 SOC security analysts in support of information security investigations. Provide expert guidance and oversight on incident resolution and containment techniques, ensuring effective and efficient incident management.
• Mentor security analysts on risk management, information security controls, incident analysis, incident response, SIEM monitoring, and other operational tasks. Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the SOC team, ensuring they are equipped with the latest tools, techniques, and procedures

• Have extensive knowledge of SOC operations, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and security exposure management. Proven ability to implement and oversee comprehensive security strategies.
• Have relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are highly desirable, reflecting a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Are collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and without supervision. Capable of taking initiative and driving projects to successful completion.
• Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to diverse audiences.
• Have strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills, with a proven track record of effectively addressing and resolving security challenges

At Atech x iomart we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.  We also recognise your experience may not be perfectly aligned to all the criteria in the job ad.  If you like the sound of this role, even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply.   You might just be the right fit for this or other roles.

Salary:   £Attractive package

• Supported training and development 
• Flexible and Hybrid working 
• Day off on your birthday
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, and adoption leave
• Flexible Benefits scheme

At Atech x iomart, we’re committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, develop your skills, and make a tangible impact on our customers and business.

Atech part of the iomart group are a cutting-edge technology company dedicated to driving innovation and delivering exceptional value to our clients. As trusted advisors, we proactively anticipate and address the evolving needs of our clients, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

Please click apply if you like the sound of this. If you do not have an up to date CV or want to have a chat about the role first please feel free to contact me on careers@iomart.com

We’re an equal opportunities employer and want our vacancies to be available to all, so if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during the process then just let us know.