Security Operations Supervisor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ukraine.

📋 Description

• Create and uphold both short-term and long-term objectives for the ELEKS Security Operations Center that align with Information Security goals.

• Outline activities and projects aimed at continuous enhancement of the ELEKS Security Operations Center, addressing identified IS gaps and improving overall security.

• Assess new technologies and processes that strengthen security capabilities; design, architect, test, analyze, evaluate, and implement new security systems and processes.

• Conduct program and project management activities to ensure the successful execution of assigned ISMS projects.

• Oversee the creation and evaluation of ISMS policies pertinent to SOC activities and related documentation, including Hardening Baselines and IS standards/procedures.

• Update stakeholders regarding the status of ELEKS information security posture and deliver executive and technical security reports.

• Coordinate the management and investigation of information security incidents, liaising with clients, escalating issues to senior management when necessary, and contacting authorities such as the Police and CERT-UA.

• Plan, manage, and execute the installation, configuration, technical support, and administration of security systems and countermeasures.

• Oversee and carry out system hardening, security testing, and vulnerability management.

• Prevent, detect, investigate, and respond to cyber threats impacting organizational assets.

• Develop plans and controls to safeguard digital files and information systems from unauthorized access, modification, and destruction.

• Organize phishing simulation campaigns.

• Plan, manage, and optimize the capacity of the ELEKS SOC.

• Provide leadership, training, and technical guidance to the SOC team; identify training and career development needs, offer feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.

• Manage SOC access rights through processes of approval, review, and removal.

• Address security incidents within the SOC team and perform disciplinary actions with HR when required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in the architecture, design, and implementation of security systems and countermeasures (e.g., SIEM, EDR, DLP, UEBA, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, anti-virus and anti-malware, firewalls, encryption).

• Familiarity with Security Operation Center processes, with the ability to supervise the SOC and drive continuous operational improvements.

• Experience in planning and executing technical security audits.

• Knowledge of Information Security (IS) standards/frameworks (ISO 27001/2, SOC2, Cyber Essentials, PCI DSS, HiTrust), with the capability to establish IS processes that comply with these standards.

• Understanding of network architecture, security principles, technologies, and tools.

• In-depth technical knowledge of Windows and UNIX operating systems.

• Experience with virtualization technologies and security.

• Knowledge of identity and access management principles and technologies.

• Familiarity with subnetting, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, VLANs, VoIP, and other network routing methods.

• Understanding of network and web-related protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, HTTPS, etc.).

• Strong knowledge of secure coding practices, application security, cryptography technologies, ethical hacking, threat modeling, and secure SDLC processes.

• Comprehensive understanding of disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

• Excellent analytical and conceptual skills, combined with a broad perspective on how security initiatives support business objectives and enhance customer satisfaction.

• Demonstrated leadership skills along with strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Proficiency in English at an upper-intermediate level or higher.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.