SOC Operations Manager - Gloucester, UKAbout the RoleReady to lead a team that protects critical infrastructure and keeps vital services running securely? Looking to shape how cyber defence is delivered at scale while growing your own leadership impact? At EDF, Success is Personal and this is your chance to define what that looks like.The OpportunityAs a SOC Operations Manager, youll play a key role in protecting EDFs UK operations by leading our Security Operations Centre. Youll guide how we detect, respond to, and prevent cyber threats, helping safeguard systems that support our journey towards An Electric Britain.Youll join us on a salary starting from 85,000 per annum, depending on experience. This is a flexible role, with occasional travel to our UK sites including #London and #Gloucester, giving you the freedom to balance remote working with collaboration when it matters most.Youll lead a skilled SOC team, shaping processes, tools, and reporting that drive real business value. From improving detection capabilities to strengthening incident response, youll influence how cyber security supports operational excellence across EDF.Who You AreAs a SOC Operations Manager, you enjoy leading teams and improving how security services perform. You bring strong operational insight and can clearly demonstrate the value of SOC services to stakeholders. Are you experienced in?Leading and managing teams within a SOC environmentWorking with a Managed Security Service ProviderOperating in a SOC role for several yearsUsing enterprise SOC, SIEM or XDR technologiesWorking with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWSDelivering security operations within an M365 environmentDriving efficient SOC processes and performanceEngaging stakeholders and communicating service valueInterpreting and reporting SOC performance in business-friendly waysStaying up to date with evolving cyber threats and trendsTo be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Clearance (SC), which will, ordinarily, require you to have British residency for the last five years.What Youll Be DoingLeading daily SOC operations, ensuring effective monitoring, detection and responseManaging incident response activities and improving playbooks and processesOverseeing SIEM and XDR tooling to enhance detection and coverageProducing clear reporting and insights for senior stakeholdersCollaborating with internal teams and external partners to strengthen securityPay, Benefits and CultureAlongside a starting salary from 85,000 per annum depending on experience, potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days, and more.At EDF, we believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. Thats why we offer you the freedom to develop a career thats unique to you. Here, Success is Personal its your journey, powered by us.Everyone is welcome at EDF; were committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.Join us and find your success at EDF!#SuccessIsPersonal #EDFcareers #LI-HybridClosing date for applications: Thursday 11th JuneSuccess is Personal. It's your journey, powered by us. Join us and drive the transitiontowards An ElectricBritain.