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Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter.\nWe’re looking for a SOC Leadwho enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact.\nWhat You’ll Do\nAs a SOC Lead,you’ll lead the everyday operation, development, and continuous improvement of the 24/7 Consolidated Security Operations Centre (SOC). You will be responsible for overseeing all Consolidated SOC functions, managing a team, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality SOC services including 1st-3rd line Security monitoring and alert analysis, threat detection, incident management and response, and where required threat hunting services.\nYour work may include:\nRun the day to day operations of the 24/7 Consolidated SOC in line with customer requirements and SiXworks Security practices. ConsolidatedDefine and execute the SOC strategy aligned with organisational security goals.\nRecruit, Train, and manage Consolidated SOC Analysts including developing shift schedules, forecasting and approving work hours.\nProvide mentoring, performance feedback, and development opportunities of the Consolidated SOC Analysts\nOversee the design, implementation, and optimisation of Consolidated SOC processes, tools, and technologies in conjunction with the external customers and the SiXworks SOC manager.\nDefine, develop and improve the Consolidated SOC Operating Procedures KPIs, SLAs to meet customers requirements provide and appropriate reporting for executive leadership.\nCollaborate with threat intelligence, risk management, and compliance teams.\nEnsure 24/7 operational readiness and effective incident response capabilities for the Consolidated SOC\nManage the technical and security aspects of the Consolidated SOC directly with customers on consolidated SOC-related contracts.\nDrive innovation and continuous improvement in Consolidated SOC operations and threat detection capabilities.\nLead Consolidated SOC incident response efforts and post-incident reviews in conjunction with the SOC Manager.\nCoordinate with all teams during critical incidents.\nEnsure compliance of the Consolidated SOC with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, GDPR).\nProvide regular reporting to leadership on Consolidated SOC metrics, trends, and risks.\nWhat We’re Looking For\nWe value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don’t need to tick every box, but we’re particularly interested in people with skills/experience in:\nBachelor’s in Science, or related field.\nExcellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.\n8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a SOC leadership role.\nStrong knowledge of SIEM, SOAR and EDR\nFamiliarity with threat intelligence frameworks (e.g MITRE ATT&CK, STIX/TAXII).\nProven incident response and crisis management experience.\nProven experience in managing SOC teams.\nRelevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC, CSPA,) preferred.\nJust as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered.\nAbout SiXworks\nSiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission-critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure-by-design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges.\nOur team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive.\nWhy Join Us\nOur culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivityour North Star for how we work. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments.\nAs an end-to-end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission-critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. 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