SOC Operations Technical Lead

  • Careerwise
  • 20/05/2026
Contractor Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

We are looking for a highly skilled and hands-on SOC Operations Technical Lead to join a leading Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP).

This is a senior technical leadership role where you'll lead a team of SOC Analysts operating in a 24/7 environment while remaining deeply involved in threat detection, incident response, threat hunting, and detection engineering across a diverse multi-client portfolio.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead and mentor SOC Analysts across all shifts
  • Act as the senior technical escalation point for complex security incidents
  • Conduct advanced threat hunting and incident response
  • Develop and tune detection rules, use cases, and correlation logic
  • Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Work closely with clients to deliver security reviews and strategic recommendations
  • Collaborate with Threat Intelligence, Engineering, and Incident Response teams

What We're Looking For

  • 7+ years in Security Operations
  • 3-4+ years in a senior or lead SOC role
  • MSSP or multi-client environment experience
  • Strong threat hunting and incident response expertise
  • Client-facing consulting skills
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCIA, GREM, SC-200, or SC-300