SOC Technical Operations Manager

Washington, D.C., Washington, DC Suitability/Public Trust Hybrid schedule Information Technology Overview GovCIO is currently hiring for a SOC Technical Operations Manager to support the US Courts in Washington, DC. Responsibilities Coordinates workforce planning, training initiatives, operational documentation, and stakeholder engagement while managing schedules, risks, resources, and deliverables aligned with contract objectives Develops and manages the Cyber Workforce Development Plan while aligning staffing capabilities with contract objectives and cybersecurity operational needs Maps staff capabilities to the NICE Framework and forecasts future staffing requirements based on evolving technologies and operational demands Plans, manages, and oversees workforce development initiatives as structured projects Establishes project timelines, milestones, deliverables, and success criteria while ensuring work is executed according to schedule and contract requirements Oversees the development and execution of Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) training programs Coordinates training initiatives to address capability gaps identified through operational reviews, performance assessments, or After Action Reviews Ensures contract personnel maintain proficiency in Government‑provided tools such as SIEM, EDR, and SOAR platforms Tracks training schedules, monitors certification progress, and coordinates onboarding for new tools introduced into the environment Manages the technical onboarding and offboarding of contract personnel, ensuring all staff complete required federal training, maintain credentials, and receive proper access to operational systems Supports quality assurance activities across SOC operations and assists with mentoring analysts and visiting court personnel on operational processes and SOC workflows Serves as the primary coordination point with Government leadership and contract stakeholders Provides regular updates on workforce readiness, project progress, staffing risks, and operational performance metrics Identifies workforce capability risks, training gaps, and operational challenges that could impact mission performance Develops mitigation plans and coordinates corrective actions to maintain operational readiness Qualifications Bachelor's with 15+ years (or commensurate experience) Active CISSP certification Experience managing project timelines, deliverables, stakeholder communications, and risk mitigation in cybersecurity environments Ability to standardize workforce roles and career progression using NICE cybersecurity workforce standards Experience conducting workforce capability assessments and developing training plans to address operational deficiencies Ability to develop clear operational guides, SOPs, and training documentation supporting SOC operations Ability to define and track operational readiness metrics demonstrating workforce capability and SOC effectiveness Clearance Required: Ability to maintain a Public Trust clearance Preferred certification: PMP USD $143,230.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets. #J-18808-Ljbffr GovCIO