Head of SOC

About us:

Are you a bright, motivated self-starter? Would you enjoy working in a dynamic and collaborative team, building and innovating on your ideas? Do you want to be part of an exciting, fast-moving environment at the forefront of cybersecurity technology? If the answer is yes, then keep reading!

At SenseOn, our mission is to design and build the security architecture of the future. We provide our customers with the most comprehensive defence against cybersecurity threats; for every user and asset in an organisation, wherever the location. Since our founding in 2017, we've been working hard to make a difference in our industry, receiving great recognition for our work, and we're now starting to scale. We are looking for innovative and driven individuals who want to make an impact and enhance our momentum.

The Role and Team:

SenseOn is looking for a Head of Security Operations Centre (SOC) to lead a world class security operations centre. You will be responsible for the overall performance of the SOC and will need a granular understanding of SOCs and strong experience with Incident Response as part of this role.

The role is varied in nature, allowing you to flex both your technical and non-technical expertise. You'll have line management responsibilities, customer facing engagement responsibilities, and internal inter-department engagement, making this a pivotal role for our growth.

Becoming a subject matter expert of the SenseOn product and its service is a must. You'll be a brand ambassador for the business, helping SenseOn to expand and grow along our journey.

Having mentoring experience and confidence in developing your team will be highly beneficial for this role. You will be supported in this with guidance from your line manager and other senior leadership at SenseOn.

In return, we'll be providing you with a career path and training that will set you up for long term success. You'll be working with like minded, energetic colleagues, and will have the opportunity to join and develop a global SOC leaving behind a lasting impact for our customers. Apply today to join an exciting and dynamic team and company with a great culture!

Requirements:

• Lead our global 24/7/365 SOC operations, including incident detection & response
• Ensure the team is providing quality SOC services to its customers on a regular basis
• Assist in the strategy, development, and expansion of the SOC and future services
• Mentor, coach, and develop SOC analysts
• Engage with other business areas to improve the service offering provided by SenseOn, from proposing new detections to product features
• Optimise the Incident Response tools and processes, actively working to future proof our SOC services
• Provide technical expertise internally and externally
• Manage the operational logistics of the SOC, such as shift patterns
• Research and maintain proficiency in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in the cybersecurity domain
• Responsible for supporting the strategic and operational goals of the business
• Supporting ISO27001 certification requirements, and other industry standard certificates maintained by SenseOn
• On-call escalation & rotation

What you'll need to be successful:

• Extensive experience in technical aspects of cyber security incidents, incident response, and preventative and detective capabilities
• Experience responding to incidents and mitigating on-going attacks
• Relevant accreditations; SANS, GIAC, CISSP, SC-200
• Proven background and experience in similar positions or position prior to a Head of Role, such as SOC Lead, Principal SOC Analyst, SOC Specialist, with the ability and drive to step-up
• Experience in scripting and coding, with languages such as Python, Bash, Powershell, or similar
• Hands-on experience with various platforms and products such as SIEM, MDR, EDR, XDR, EPP
• Essential: Microsoft Security toolset experience - Sentinel, Defender for Endpoint etc
• Experience mentoring and coaching staff, having solid soft skills to motivate and develop your team

What we'll offer you:

• Unlimited holiday allowance
• Hybrid work
• Bi-annual career progression review
• Learning and development investment
• A Mac laptop
• Enhanced pension
• Private healthcare with vitality offering rewards and discounts from Amazon Prime to Gym Membership

Belong at SenseOn:

At SenseOn, we define Talent as employees who are ️ customer obsessed, pursuing excellence. They are courageous, ️ ️ good people, doing good things, powering our rocketship. If this resonates with you, then you will always belong. Nothing else matters. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any qualified employee or applicant. Difference is what makes us stronger.