Job Description
Company
Connex Information Technologies (Pvt) Ltd, a leading technology services and solutions distributor, dedicated to helping organizations navigate complex and evolving landscapes.
We invite applications from suitably qualified individuals for the post of SOC Manager. The selected candidate will report to the Head of Cyber Security Operations.
The SOC Manager will be responsible for:
- Leading, mentoring, and developing the SOC team to ensure high performance and continuous professional growth.
- Managing SOC staffing, recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management activities.
- Overseeing 24/7 security monitoring operations and ensuring adequate shift coverage.
- Directing the end-to-end incident response process, from detection to recovery and post-incident review.
- Ensuring timely escalation and resolution of security incidents in line with established SLAs.
- Developing, maintaining, and improving SOC procedures, playbooks and response frameworks.
- Monitoring SOC performance metrics and reporting on operational effectiveness and security posture.
- Defining and executing the SOC roadmap, including capability enhancement and process improvements.
- Leading initiatives to mature SOC capabilities, including threat hunting, automation projects, and integration of threat intelligence.
- Serving as incident commander during major cybersecurity incidents and crisis situations.
- Managing relationships with security vendors, managed security service providers (MSSPs), and technology partners.
- Overseeing forensic investigations and coordinating with external resources when required.
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory, contractual, and industry security requirements.
- Managing SOC budgets, resource allocation, and technology investments to support business objectives.
The ideal candidate should possess:
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred).
- 5-8 years of cybersecurity experience, including SOC operations.
- At least 3 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role.
- Strong hands-on experience in incident response, threat analysis, and security investigations.
- Good understanding of SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, and threat intelligence platforms.
- Knowledge of security frameworks and standards (ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, etc.).
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or CEH (preferred).
- Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to mentor and develop staff.
- Excellent communication skills for both technical teams and senior stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment.
- Strong sense of accountability, ownership, and decision-making capability.
- Ability to translate technical security outcomes into business-level risk insights.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Compensation — Attractive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Inclusive Culture — A dynamic and inclusive environment where your ideas and contributions are genuinely valued.
- Cutting-Edge Exposure — Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and high-impact projects.
- Career Advancement — Opportunities for growth and professional development in a rapidly evolving industry.
If you're up for the challenge, please send your resume to [email protected], or click on the advert to apply. Please state the position you're interested in as the subject line of your email.
Our Office
No. 286, R A De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 00300, Sri Lanka
https://www.connex.biz/
