SOC MANAGER

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SOC MANAGER

WE ARE ODYSSEY, looking for Cyber Warriors to join our journey!

Are you someone who thrives in the face of challenges?

Do you have a collaborative spirit, passion for innovation and a commitment to making the world a cyber safer place for all?

If so, join OUR Odyssey and make it your journey as well, because the beauty and reward lie in the journey and not the destination itself.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly experienced, Saudi National SOC Manager to lead our 24/7 Security Operations Center in Saudi Arabia. This is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the detection, analysis, and response to cyber threats across our clients' digital ecosystems.

Aligned with the Saudi Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (SCyWF), this role is designated as Cyber Defense Operations Manager (SCyWF-CDM-009).

Reporting directly to the Director of Managed Services, you will manage a team of SOC Analysts and Threat Hunters. You will ensure our operations meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and compliance with the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC-2).

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operational Leadership: Lead 24×7 SOC operations, managing shift coverage, rosters, and on-call schedules to ensure continuous monitoring and rapid response.
• Detection Engineering: Own the SIEM/SOAR detection lifecycle, including the management of log source onboarding, data quality, and continuous tuning of detection rules.
• Performance & Reporting: Produce and present monthly KPI dashboards (including MTTD/MTTR and alert volumes).
• Proactive Security: Plan and execute purple-team exercises and threat hunting campaigns to identify hidden threats.
• Governance & Compliance: Maintain SOC runbooks and IR playbooks. Ensure ECC-2 monitoring and response controls are met and evidence is produced for audits.

KNOWLEGDE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Required Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 6+ years of experience in SOC or Incident Response leadership roles.
• Technical Expertise: Strong, hands-on experience with SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR technologies. Deep understanding of security threats, log source onboarding.
• Language: Excellent verbal & written communication skills in Arabic and English languages.

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GCIA, GCIH, or GCDA are highly preferred.

Competencies

• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize critical incidents, and make rapid decisions during cyber crises.
• Strong organizational skills to manage documentation, including SIEM tuning logs, alert configuration, incident reports, and tabletop exercise results.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage and mentor a diverse team of analysts.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive remuneration package (according to experience and qualifications)
• Opportunity to work in a highly specialized, dynamic and professional environment
• Contemporary working environment, “Best Place to Work” for 3 years
• Medical Insurance
• Referral program - You can recommend the best talents to the company and receive a reward
• Performance based awards and bonuses
• Career development and access to the latest technologies
• Mentoring, training & development opportunities