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DirectViz Solutions, LLC · 1 day ago

Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$145K/yr - $165K/yr

12+ years exp

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. The SOC Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for a 24/7 Security Operations Center, ensuring continuous cybersecurity mission readiness and alignment with federal cybersecurity standards.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyLegalSoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership and management of a 24/7 Security Operations Center

Direct incident detection, analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery activities in accordance with federal incident response requirements

Ensure compliance with FISMA and applicable NIST frameworks

Develop, implement, and mature SOC strategies incorporating AI-enabled monitoring, ML-based analytics, and automation technologies

Oversee integration and operational use of cyber threat intelligence feeds and information sharing sources

Lead vulnerability management, risk mitigation, and continuous monitoring initiatives

Drive AI-assisted threat hunting, predictive analytics, and SOC tool orchestration efforts

Coordinate with internal IT, security engineering, and external stakeholders to support enterprise security objectives

Prepare and deliver timely incident reports, metrics, and executive-level briefings to senior leadership

Support Zero Trust Architecture initiatives and continuous SOC capability improvements

Mentor and manage SOC personnel, ensuring operational excellence and professional development

Qualification

Cybersecurity experienceSOC operations managementAI/ML cybersecurity toolsFederal cybersecurity frameworksIncident responseVulnerability managementZero Trust ArchitectureCompliance processesAutomation technologiesLeadership skillsExecutive briefing skillsSelf-managementBusiness correspondenceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaborationAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field

Minimum of 12 years of IT and/or cybersecurity experience, including: At least 5 years supporting or managing 24/7 SOC operations, At least 2 years implementing or operating AI/ML-enabled cybersecurity tools, platforms, or Zero Trust Architecture solutions

Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks, incident response, and continuous monitoring

Experience supporting federal civilian or defense environments

Strong leadership, communication, and executive briefing skills

Experience managing SOC modernization, automation, or AI-enabled security initiatives

Familiarity with federal reporting, governance, and compliance processes

One or more of the following certifications are required: CISSP, CISM, CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control), Federal IT Security Professional - Manager (FITSP-M), Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), ITIL v4 Foundation

Active Public Trust, Secret, or higher clearance required

Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours

Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard

Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed

Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language

Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team

Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes

Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities

Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request

Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS)