Assistant SOC Manager

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Halcyon Knights Full time $120,000 - $160,000 per year

Join a Global Security Services Powerhouse protecting Fortune 500 & ASX Listed Orgs as their Assistant SOC Manager. We are looking for an Assistant SOC Manager to manage a team of analysts

Assistant SOC Manager

We're seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Assistant SOC Manager to support the operations of our multi-tenant Security Operations Center (SOC) within a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) environment. This is a key leadership role focused on ensuring operational excellence, driving continuous improvement, and staying ahead of an ever-evolving threat landscape to safeguard our clients.

*Key Responsibilities
SOC Operations & Team Management*

  • Oversee daily SOC operations across multiple client environments, ensuring timely detection, analysis, and response to security incidents.
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop SOC analysts, promoting a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
  • Manage 24/7 coverage, shift coordination, and escalation processes to maintain seamless operations.

Policies, Procedures & Compliance

  • Develop, maintain, and enforce SOC policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and incident response playbooks.
  • Ensure SOC practices align with industry regulations and client-specific compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, PDPA).
  • Conduct periodic reviews to ensure documentation and processes reflect evolving technologies and threat landscapes.

Operational Metrics & Reporting

  • Define, measure, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs).
  • Produce operational dashboards and reports for internal and client stakeholders, highlighting incident trends and SOC performance.
  • Identify and implement process improvements based on performance metrics and feedback.

Threat Intelligence & Landscape Awareness

  • Stay informed on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques through global and regional threat intelligence feeds.
  • Collaborate with intelligence teams to contextualize and integrate threat data into detection and response strategies.
  • Support proactive threat hunting and participate in red/blue team exercises to validate SOC readiness.

Client Engagement & Service Delivery

  • Serve as a technical point of contact during incident investigations and post-incident reviews.
  • Support new client onboarding, including log source integration, rule tuning, and documentation setup.
  • Ensure high-quality, consistent service delivery across all client engagements.

We are keen to see

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 5+ years in cybersecurity, inc 2+ years in a SOC/MSSP environment.
  • Exp managing or mentoring technical teams

Technical Skills

  • Proficient with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm), EDR tools, and SOAR technologies.
  • Strong understanding of network security, malware analysis, and incident response methodologies.
  • Familiarity with multi-tenant environments and client-specific security requirements.
  • Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell) are advantageous.
  • Bonus - GIAC (e.g., GCIH, GCIA, GCFA), CEH, CISSP, or equivalent

Soft Skills

  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and client expectations in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

*Compensation & Benefits*

  • Base Salary:
    AUD 125K - 140K + super
  • Performance Bonus:
    10% of annual base
  • Hybrid Work:
    3 days in office, with flexibility for client visits

Has to be based in Melbourne. For more info please APP:LY or email

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