Security Operations Manager / Lead

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Recruiter Summary of Position:

Job Title: Security Operations Manager / Lead

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (On-site Monday - Thursday; remote Fridays)

Note: Open to candidates with a range of different experience levels. This is for two different positions (DOE).

Compensation: Security Operations Managers ($140k - $160k base salary + 12.5% bonus), Security Operations Leads ($90k - $120k + 10% bonus), Senior SOC Analyst (Under $90k + 10% bonus)

Travel: Typically 0%, but up to 20% depending on business needs

Required Technical Skills:

• 5–10+ years in SOC operations or Incident Response (SIEM/SOAR, EDR, MDR, email security)
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Security ecosystem (Sentinel, Defender, Entra ID, Purview, Intune)
• Incident response leadership and security automation (Python, JSON, YARA)

Preferred Technical Skills:

• MSSP environment experience and client onboarding
• Exposure to frameworks: SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, HIPAA/HITRUST
• Multi-cloud security exposure (AWS, GCP, Okta, Duo)
• Active industry certification: CISSP, GSOM, GCIH, CISM, or OSCP

Employer Value Proposition: Work with a modern set of security tools at this MSP. Escape the frustrations of working with an outdated tech stack. Step into a high-visibility leadership role at a market-leading consultancy where you can build, automate, and scale modern security operations while shaping the cybersecurity strategy for top global brands.

Job Description:

Information Security Operations Manager / Lead

As our Information Security Operations Manager or Lead, you will serve as the strategic defender of our digital environment. You’ll lead hands-on incident response, drive modern SIEM/SOAR automation, and mentor top security talent. Partnering with enterprise teams and clients, this is your platform to elevate operational maturity and shape our security posture as we scale.

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career Here

• High-Impact Leadership: Direct a skilled team, lead automation efforts, and serve as a trusted security advisor.
• Modern Tech Stack: Own advanced tools across Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, Purview, EDR/NDR, and cloud platforms.
• Investment in You: Enjoy continuous learning, wellness programs, and a paid sabbatical after seven years.

How You Will Drive Success

• Lead Response & Operations: Coordinate incident response, resolve complex threats, and manage escalations.
• Automate & Standardize: Build repeatable SOC processes and leverage automation (SOAR, Python) to streamline defense.
• Develop Talent: (Manager Level) Mentor analysts, establish key metrics, and temporarily step in for leadership as needed.
• Collaborate & Align: Work across infrastructure teams, external vendors, and clients to promote a secure culture.

What You Bring

• Experience: 5–10+ years in SOC or Incident Response (5+ for Lead; 7–10+ for Manager).
• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GSOM, or OSCP required.
• Technical Mastery: Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and the Microsoft security ecosystem.
• Presence: On-site Monday–Thursday and remote on Fridays (up to 20% travel).

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