Manager, Security Operations

Figma is growing our team of passionate creatives and builders on a mission to make design accessible to all. Figma’s platform helps teams bring ideas to life—whether you're brainstorming, creating a prototype, translating designs into code, or iterating with AI. From idea to product, Figma empowers teams to streamline workflows, move faster, and work together in real time from anywhere in the world. If you're excited to shape the future of design and collaboration, join us!Figma's Security team is growing, and we're looking for a Security Operations Manager to lead the strategy and execution of our security operations program. In this role, you'll build and scale the systems, processes, and tooling that help protect Figma and our community. You'll partner closely with Security Engineering, Platform Security, IT, GRC, and Legal to strengthen our detection and response capabilities, improve operational resilience, and help shape the future of our DART and SOC functions.This is a full time role that can be held from one of our US hubs or remotely in the United States. What you'll do at Figma:Own Figma's security monitoring and incident response program, from detection engineering through post-incident review and continuous improvementBuild and automate security operations workflows, including alert triage, enrichment, investigation, and response actions using SOAR and custom toolingDevelop and maintain incident response run books, escalation procedures, and communication plans for security events of varying severityLead incident response preparedness initiatives, including tabletop exercises, red team engagements, and response capability assessmentsImprove the effectiveness of our SIEM and SOAR platforms by reducing noise, increasing signal fidelity, and closing detection coverage gapsBuild and operationalize threat intelligence capabilities to identify adversary behaviors, prioritize investments, and strengthen detection and response programsPartner with Legal, Privacy, and Communications teams to support breach notification and regulatory response obligations during significant security incidentsDrive security operations strategy through vendor management, operational metrics, and cross-functional initiatives spanning IAM, vulnerability management, DLP, and exposure reductionWe'd love to hear from you if you have:7+ years of experience in security operations, incident response, or a related security engineering functionHands-on experience building and automating detection and response workflows using scripting, APIs, or security automation platformsDeep expertise with SIEM and SOAR technologies in a cloud-native or SaaS environmentDemonstrated success building, scaling, or significantly improving a detection and response programExperience leading complex security incidents and partnering with Legal, Privacy, and business stakeholders during high-impact eventsWhile it's not required, it's an added plus if you also have:Operated in a public company environment with SOX, ISO 27001, SOC 2, or FedRAMP requirementsApplied AI risk management frameworks such as NIST AI RMF, OECD AI Principles, or ISO 42001Utilized AI-powered tools to automate security operations workflows and improve team efficiencyAt Figma, one of our values is Grow as you go. We believe in hiring smart, curious people who are excited to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Pay Transparency DisclosureJob level and actual compensation will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process (including skills and prior relevant experience, potential impact, and scope of role), market demands, and specific work location. Figma offers equity to employees, as well as a competitive package of additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits with company contributions; parental leave and reproductive or family planning support; mental health and wellness benefits; and paid time off. Figma provides paid sick leave, holidays, and other leave benefits in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the requirements of the Washington Minimum Wage Act and related regulations. Exempt employees are eligible for employer‑provided paid flexible PTO in addition to flexible paid sick leave. PTO is subject to manager approval. Additional benefits may include company recharge days, cell phone and home internet reimbursements, and a number of lifestyle spending accounts. Figma also offers sales incentive compensation for most sales roles and an annual bonus plan for eligible non-sales roles. All compensation and benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and may be modified by Figma at any time, consistent with applicable law.Annual Base Salary Range:$185,000—$296,000 USDAt Figma we celebrate and support our differences. 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