SOC Manager
Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.
Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid – 2-3 days on-site expected)
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £70,000 to £74,000 (based on candidate experience)
Join one of the UK’s premier IT Services Providers as they continue to grow and strengthen their cyber defence capabilities. They're on the hunt for an experienced SOC Manager to lead Security Operations Centre (SOC) and drive innovation in how they detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing security team, shape SOC strategy, and work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
What You’ll Do
* Lead 24/7 SOC operations, ensuring timely threat detection and incident response
* Drive continuous improvement in SOC processes, playbooks, and performance metrics
* Manage, mentor, and grow a team of SOC Analysts and Security Specialists
* Act as an escalation point for complex or critical security incidents
* Collaborate with clients and internal teams to enhance security services and posture
* Champion automation, intelligence-driven security, and regulatory compliance
* Stay ahead of emerging threats and implement proactive defence strategies
What You’ll Bring
* 5+ years in cybersecurity operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
* Strong hands-on knowledge of SIEM, EDR, SOAR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and cloud security
* Deep understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS frameworks
* Proven experience in incident response, threat intelligence, and multi-tenant SOCs
* Excellent leadership, communication, and client engagement skills
Bonus Points for
* Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC (GSOM, GCIH), Microsoft SC-200
* Experience in MSP or MSSP environments
* Passion for continuous learning and innovation in cybersecurity
Why Join Us?
Work with industry-leading tech and top-tier cybersecurity professionals
Influence SOC strategy and innovation
Hybrid flexibility and a collaborative, growth-focused culture
Be part of a trusted UK MSP delivering mission-critical security services across industries
Ready to lead the charge in cybersecurity?
Apply now and help shape the future of secure IT.
To be considered, please ensure you complete your application on the Computappoint website.
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