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SOC Manager/Lead Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Saudi Petroleum Services Polytechnic
Position: SOC Manager/ Lead
Job Summary:
The SOC Lead/Manager will oversee the Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuringefficient operations, effective incident response, and alignment with organizational goals. This role requires extensive cybersecurity experience,team leadership, and expertise in SOC transformation. Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory.
Key Responsibilities:
TeamLeadership& Management:
Lead and mentor SOC teams, including analysts, engineers, and platform teams.
Develop training programs to enhance team skills and performance.
Foster a culture of accountability andcontinuous improvement.
Incident Response & Monitoring:
Oversee security incident detection, investigation, and response.
Manage and optimize threat monitoring tools, SIEM platforms, and escalation processes.
SOC Strategy & Transformation:
Develop and execute a SOC transformation roadmap, including automation.
Conduct SIEM maturity assessments and drive improvements in metrics like MTTD and MTTR.
Compliance & Reporting:
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulations.
Generate reports on SOC performance and incidents for management in Arabic and English.
Act as the lead for audits and security reviews.
Technical Oversight:
Oversee the implementation andoptimizationof tools like Splunk.
Lead the integration of new security solutions to enhance SOC capabilities.
Align SOC operations with organizational objectives.
Threat Intelligence & Proactive Defense:
Incorporate threat intelligence to mitigate emerging risks.
Stay updated on cybersecurity trends, tools, and best practices.
Skills &
Qualifications:
Experience:
12+ years in cybersecurity, with 3+ years as a SOC Manager and 8+ years in security operations.
Technical Expertise:
Proficiency in Splunk, SOC transformation, SIEM maturity, and KPIoptimization(e.g., MTTD, MTTR).
Certifications:
SANS, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
Languages:
Fluency in Arabic and English.
Preferred: MSSP delivery or Telco experience.
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Title: SOC Manager/Lead
Company: Saudi Petroleum Services Polytechnic
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Category: Management, IT/Tech
