SOC Manager

SOC Manager - Renewable energy sector Location - London/Hybrid Salary - Up to £80,000pa Type - Full Time We are seeking a skilled and driven Senior SOC Manager to lead global security operations for a major organisation in the energy sector . This pivotal role will design, build, and manage a hybrid Security Operations Center (SOC) , integrating outsourced services with internal capability development—particularly across Operational Technology (OT) environments. You’ll be at the forefront of cybersecurity, implementing cutting-edge technologies and ensuring resilience across global regions. Key Responsibilities SOC Leadership & Strategy Develop and manage a global SOC strategy, including tools, processes, and team structure. Provide 24/7 oversight of security operations across multiple time zones. Create and maintain SOC playbooks and incident response procedures. OT Security Lead integration of IT and OT monitoring solutions. Build OT-specific detection and response capabilities, including custom playbooks. Technology Implementation Oversee global deployment of SIEM (e.g., Splunk, Graylog, Wazuh), SOAR, EDR, and Threat Intel platforms. Vendor & Team Management Act as the primary contact for the outsourced SOC provider; manage SLAs and vendor performance. Build and mentor internal teams to complement external services. Drive knowledge transfer and collaboration across teams. Metrics & Compliance Develop SOC KPIs and reporting frameworks. Ensure alignment with global standards and regional regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO, GDPR). Stay ahead of evolving cyber threats and trends. Ideal Candidate Strong Linux and open-source experience. Technical expertise with SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and OT protocols Familiar with SCADA/ICS environments and MITRE ATT&CK framework. Skilled in incident response, threat hunting, SLA management, and executive communication. Preferred Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, InfoSec, or related field. Certifications: CISSP, CISM, GIAC (e.g., GCFA, GNFA), or OT certs (e.g., GICSP, ISA/IEC 62443). Familiarity with cloud security tools, IT/OT integration, and threat modeling.