Job Responsibility:

• Security Operations Management: Lead and manage the Security Operations Center (SOC) and ensure efficient monitoring, detection, and response to security incidents.
• Vulnerability Management: Oversee vulnerability assessment and mitigation efforts, ensuring the reduction of vulnerabilities across the organization.
• Network Security Operations: Working with the Infrastructure team and security architects - ensure proper security management and oversight of the enterprise networks including firewalls, SD-WAN, WAF, and more.
• Incident Response: Lead Red Team/Blue Team operations, conduct penetration testing, and manage incident response efforts for critical environments. Work with Business Continuity and corporate incident response teams to ensure corporate resilience.
• Threat Hunting: Conduct proactive threat hunting activities to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
• OT/Factory Security: Collaborate with industry-leading Manufacturing security team to analyze and secure Operational Technology (OT) environments.
• Cloud Security: Oversee the security posture of assets hosted in AWS/Azure, ensuring the protection of critical assets.
• Team Leadership: Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing security operations team, fostering a culture of security excellence.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for security operations, aligning with organizational goals and objectives.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments and external partners to enhance the organization's overall security posture.

Job Qualification:

• Minimum 15 years of experience in security operations, network security, and IT infrastructure management.
• Proven track record in managing SOC, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Experience in designing and implementing secure network architectures and security solutions.
• Desired Certifications:
  • Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) and/or instructor (RHCI)
  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) in Routing & Switching and Service Provider
  • VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV)
  • Fortinet Network Security Professional (NSE4) and Architect (NSE7)
  • Highly desirable: CISSP; CCNP, CCDP, CCIP, CCNP Security

• Required Technical Skills:
  • Advanced knowledge of security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, IPS, IDS).
  • Proficiency in Linux and Windows server administration.
  • Expertise in network protocols and security standards.
  • Strong scripting skills (Bash, Perl) for automation and security tasks.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or similar or equivalent experience

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

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