SOC Manager

My client a growing cyber security consulting firm is looking for a seasoned SOC Manager to lead a federal Network Security Operations Center (NSOC). This role manages 24/7/365 security operations, including incident response, threat analysis, and team oversight. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks, excellent leadership skills, and proven experience managing Tier 1–3 analysts in a high-stakes environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily SOC operations, including proactive threat detection and incident response

• Lead and mentor Tier 1–3 SOC analysts to ensure SLAs and operational objectives are met

• Develop and maintain Cyber Defense Playbooks and SOC communication protocols

• Tune and manage SIEM and IDS/IPS technologies for optimal threat detection

• Collaborate with the Client’s OCIO, US-CERT, and other federal cybersecurity stakeholders

• Generate executive-level reports, shift summaries, and metrics on incidents and SOC performance

• Ensure compliance with NIST 800-61, FISMA, and agency-specific reporting standards

• Support threat hunting, forensic investigations, and cyber threat intelligence (CTI) integration

Required Qualifications:

• Certifications:

  • CISSP or CISM

  • Microsoft Certified Security Operations Analyst Associate

  • One of the following GIAC Certifications :

    • GEIR, GCFR, GCFA, GNFA, GCIH, GX-FA, or GLIR

• Experience:

  • 7+ years in Security Operations, with experience serving as Incident Response Commander or SOC lead on federal programs

• Core Skills:

  • Incident response leadership & playbook development

  • SIEM/IDS/IPS tuning and optimization

  • GAP analysis and audit preparation

  • Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity compliance (NIST, FISMA, etc.)
    
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You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.