SOC Lead

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia North Star Partners Full time

North Star Partners is proud to partner with one of Australia's most respected cybersecurity providers to appoint a SOC Lead, a senior, high-impact role within a mature, globally operating Security Operations function.

This is not a "keep the lights on" SOC role. As the organisation continues to scale its global 24/7 SOC, this position has been created to help shape the next phase of capability: maturing incident response, elevating detection quality, and driving consistency across regions.

With 30+ SOC professionals based in Australia and an established team in the Philippines providing around-the-clock coverage, you'll step into an environment with real scale, executive visibility, and the mandate to make meaningful change.

The role is based in Brisbane, with access to state-of-the-art SOC facilities and genuinely flexible, hybrid work arrangements.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Global Head of SOC, this role operates as a true second-in-command and a key voice within the global security leadership team. You'll work closely with Engineering Managers, Sales, and adjacent practices to align technical excellence with commercial outcomes.

The role is intentionally balanced:

  • 40% hands-on technical leadership in incident response and threat detection
  • 40% people, process, and operational leadership, shaping how the SOC runs at scale
  • 20% client and presales engagement, translating complex security outcomes into business value

You'll support some of Australia's most recognisable organisations across multiple industries, while helping define how a modern MSSP-grade SOC should operate.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and continuously improve the day-to-day operations of a global 24/7 SOC, ensuring consistency, quality, and responsiveness
  • Act as second-in-command to the Global Head of SOC, stepping into leadership ownership when required
  • Coordinate regional shift leads and direct the response to high-severity incidents, leveraging frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and NIST
  • Own and evolve SOC processes, playbooks, tooling, and reporting, aligned to ISO 27001, SOCI, and regulatory expectations
  • Coach, mentor, and develop SOC analysts and engineers across multiple geographies and time zones
  • Contribute to presales scoping, incident retrospectives, and the ongoing development of internal SOC capabilities

Required Skills

  • Deep, hands-on expertise in incident response, threat detection, and SOC operations within complex environments
  • Experience in working in a multivendor environment
  • Solid working knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, ISO 27001, NIST, SOCI, and operational security frameworks
  • A proven career path within a SOC, from analyst through to senior technical or operational leadership
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and influence distributed teams in high-pressure environments
  • Clear, confident communicator with the ability to engage both technical teams and senior client stakeholders
  • MSSP experience and comfort operating in fast-paced, client-facing environments is highly regarded

What's in it for you?

  • A senior leadership role with real influence over SOC strategy, operating model, and maturity
  • Clear scope for long-term growth and succession within the global security leadership function
  • A flexible, hybrid work environment supported by modern tooling and facilities
  • Comprehensive benefits including paid parental leave, referral incentives, staff discounts, and a professional development program that is actively supported and funded
  • A values-driven, people-first culture with transparent leadership and strong executive support

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