Security Operations Manager

PeerSource is currently recruiting for a Security Operations Manager on a Direct Hire basis. This role is mostly remote with periodic onsite required out of the Frisco, TX (preferred) or Conshohocken, PA offices.

Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Security Operations Manager to strengthen enterprise-wide threat detection, incident response, and security operations. This role combines technical expertise in detection engineering, threat hunting, and automation with the opportunity to mentor SOC Analysts and establish scalable security processes. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who thrives in an evolving security environment and takes ownership of building and improving SOC capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead security alert monitoring, triage, investigation, and incident response, ensuring timely resolution, accurate case documentation, and appropriate escalation.
• Develop and optimize SIEM detection rules, alert enrichment, log collection, and false-positive suppression to improve threat visibility and detection accuracy.
• Design and implement SOC playbooks, escalation procedures, and automated response workflows to improve operational efficiency and consistency.
• Lead proactive threat hunting initiatives, leveraging advanced telemetry and threat intelligence to identify vulnerabilities and emerging threats.
• Manage security incidents through containment, eradication, root cause analysis, and post-incident reviews, driving corrective actions and security improvements.
• Evaluate existing security tools, telemetry, and processes to identify coverage gaps and strengthen enterprise detection and response capabilities.
• Develop automation and orchestration solutions to streamline incident handling, reduce manual effort, and improve response times.
• Mentor SOC Analysts, establish operational standards, and drive accountability for incident management, ticket resolution, and documentation.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Security Operations, Detection & Response, or Incident Handling, including direct SOC experience.
• Prior leadership or direct management experience is highly preferred.
• Strong experience with SIEM platforms (SecOps, Microsoft Sentinel, QRadar), EDR solutions (CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne), and SOAR technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft security technologies, Proofpoint, and Netskope, including security tool implementation, integration, and optimization.
• Proven ability to develop detection rules, tune alerts, optimize security logs, build enrichment pipelines, and execute incident response playbooks.
• Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or Bash for security automation, orchestration, and data analysis.
• Experience conducting threat hunts, root cause investigations, and incident reviews, with the ability to identify security gaps and recommend improvements.
• Self-directed, analytical, and results-oriented, with the ability to mentor analysts, build scalable processes, and communicate technical findings to executive leadership, including the CISO.
• Flexibility to support after-hours incident escalations as needed.

H1 sponsorship is not available.

PeerSource is a nationwide technology recruiting firm that prioritizes building strong relationships with the talented professionals we are fortunate to serve. We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire opportunities throughout the US and support W2 as well as independent consultants working on a Corp-to-Corp basis. W2 benefits with PeerSource include health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a matching retirement plan. Contact us for more details!