SOC Manager - Contingent Upon Award

Who Are We?

TSTC is an award-winning, Woman Owned, HUBZone certified Small Business providing services to federal intelligence, law enforcement, civilian and defense agencies. Built upon our Total Service - Total Commitment® cornerstone, TSTC takes pride in our commitment to delivering excellence. Total Service - Total Commitment® is our commitment to our employees, to our teams, and to our clients.


WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR :

Total Systems Technologies Corporation is currently seeking a highly technical, hands-on Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC) with advanced skillsets in cyber security, to develop and operate cyber security capabilities for a variety of federal customers. Candidates should have excellent written and oral communication skills, be able to work independently and as part of a team, with demonstrated leadership capabilities. Skills and experience in Cyber Operations, Security Event Analysis, Incident Response, Cyber Hunt, Forensics, Malware Analysis, and Cyber Threat Intelligence (skills in more than one cyber discipline are preferred) are required for this position. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting a 24x7x365 CSOC environment as an analyst or engineer, experience as a technical team lead within the SOC, and operations management experience. A solid understanding of cyber threats and information security in the domains of TTP's, Threat Actors, Campaigns, and Observables. Additionally, the ideal candidate would be familiar with intrusion detection systems, intrusion analysis, security information event management platforms, endpoint threat detection tools, and security operations ticket management. The SOC Manager is also tasked with developing and maturing SOC strategies, processes, and technologies, preparing executive-level reports on performance and threat trends, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align security initiatives with business objectives, with a paramount focus on maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of organizational assets.


Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, STEM, Information Technology, or Cybersecurity
• Candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of direct operational and program management experience in delivery of Cybersecurity program or related projects. Candidates will have a minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience with a solid understanding of incident response, insider threat investigations, digital forensics, and cyber threats.
• Candidates for this role possess minimum of 5-7 years of cybersecurity experience, with at least 5 years in a SOC leadership capacity. In-depth technical expertise in areas such as SIEM, EDR, and incident response methodologies is essential, coupled with a thorough understanding of network architectures and security controls.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to balance stakeholder priorities and ensure alignment between mission goals and technical implementation.
• One of the following GCFA, GREM, GCIH, OSCP, GPEN, GFCE or equivalent preferred.
• Skilled in MS office suite
• Works independently, proactively identifies, and completes tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple teams, stakeholders, and SMEs

Security Clearance and Where You'll Work

• Applicants selected must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Secret security clearance required, Top Secret clearance is preferred.
• The position is on site in Reston, VA. Prefer candidate be local to the DMV area within a 2-hour driving distance.

$100,000 - $150,000 a year

Benefits at TSTC

Competitive Salary & Bonuses - Includes personal and team merit bonuses, with salary matching for 401(k) up to 3%.

Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HSA and FSA options. 100% TSTC-paid life and disability insurance, including short- and long-term plans.

Flexible Work Options - Remote work allowed, flexible schedules, and telework opportunities. (varies per position)

Paid Time Off & Holidays - Generous PTO, birthday PTO, and paid holidays.

Professional Development - Continuous performance evaluation process... Dedicated annual budget for educational opportunities.

Comprehensive Wellness Programs - confidential employee assistance program (EAP). Wellness Resource Group and wellness programs throughout the year.

All TSTC employees operate according to the terms of the specific contract under which they work. They are responsible for fulfilling the duties of the specific job and are accountable for complying with the terms and conditions of their employment, the TSTC Code of Conduct, and with applicable federal, state and local laws.

As TSTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we follow current Federal Discrimination Laws and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. TSTC does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment due to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, age, sex, disability, veteran status and liability for service in the U.S. Armed Forces or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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