Senior Manager Cyber Defence (SOC)

Senior Manager Cyber Defence (SOC)

Location: German wide

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Manager Cyber Defence to lead their Security Operations Centre (SOC) and drive excellence in cyber resilience. In this role you will drive strategy and enhance cybersecurity capabilities for clients. You will oversee threat intelligence, incident response, and security monitoring, ensuring that clients stay ahead of sophisticated cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SOC operations, ensuring the team delivers proactive threat detection and response services.
• Develop and implement SOC strategies, policies, and frameworks to enhance cyber defence capabilities.
• Oversee incident response processes, ensuring rapid containment and remediation of cyber threats.
• Provide technical leadership in areas such as threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and security analytics.
• Collaborate with clients to assess their cybersecurity posture and recommend improvements.
• Drive automation and orchestration initiatives to improve SOC efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay ahead of emerging cyber threats, attack techniques, and security best practices.
• Manage and mentor a team of security analysts, engineers, and incident responders.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including IT, compliance, and risk management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in SOC operations or incident response leadership.
• Expertise in SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK, and CIS Controls.
• Hands-on experience in forensic analysis, malware analysis, and penetration testing.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, GIAC, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Fluent in German and English.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a leading consulting firm that values innovation and excellence.
• Collaborate with top-tier cybersecurity experts and industry leaders.
• Drive strategic cybersecurity initiatives for high-profile clients.
• Enjoy a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.