SOC Manager

Responsible for leading and managing OCS Infotech s Managed Security Operations Center (SOC) and MSSP services, ensuring 24x7 security monitoring, incident response and proactive threat management for customers Collaborate with sales & presales teams for Solution design, Customer engagements & Proposal support Provide strategic inputs for new service offerings, Market expansion and Customer acquisition & retention Manage and expand OCS MSSP service portfolio: Managed SIEM Managed EDR/XDR Vulnerability management Security advisory services Define SOC service catalog and pricing alignment Lead and mentor SOC analysts (L1, L2, L3), engineers and architects Define skill development roadmap and maintain certification plans Ensure adequate staffing for 24x7 operations Manage recruitment, retention and performance of SOC team Staying updated with market trends and upcoming technologies Build and Identify Sales opportunities through market connect Providing strategic business input to senior management Manage relationships with security OEMs and technology partners Ensure SOC tools are updated, optimized and aligned with customer needs Drive partner certifications and compliance requirementsKey Responsibilities Manage and lead MSSP practice Lead 24x7 SOC operations, ensuring SLA-based monitoring and incident response Own incident lifecycle: detection triage investigation response closure Govern SIEM/SOAR/XDR platforms and optimize detection use cases Define and track SOC KPIs (MTTD, MTTR, SLA compliance) Lead threat hunting and proactive security operations Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and Oman regulatory requirements (MTCIT) Deliver SOC reporting and executive dashboards to customers Act as escalation lead for major security incidents Drive SOC maturity roadmap and service expansion Deliver: Monthly SOC reports Executive dashboards Threat intelligence insights Conduct regular service reviews with customers Act as trusted advisor for: Security posture improvement Risk mitigation strategies Create and maintain technical documentation: Product specifications and Solution documents Case studies and White papers Develop team roadmap and training programs Provide strategic business ideas to management Additional Responsibilities Plan resources and leave to ensure customer commitments are met Maintain low attrition rate Recruit and strengthen technical team capabilities Develop capabilities in new business verticals Ensure overall smooth functioning of the department Relevant Experience Strong understanding of cybersecurity solutions (software and cloud) Experience managing support services teams Experience managing cybersecurity professionals and architects Strong communication and presentation skills Ability to collaborate with sales, PM and internal teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to provide strategic business direction Ability to stay updated with industry developments Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Work Environment & Conditions This role may require occasional shift work as per Clients & OCS Business Requirements. This role may require occasional shift work, weekend hours or on-call availability in response to Critical Incidents. Physical environment may include sitting for extended periods at a desk and working with computers in an office setting. The candidate must have the ability to work under high-pressure situations, particularly during incident handling & Critical Threats. Academic Qualifications Required Bachelor s degree or master s in computer science / information security/ IT Professional Certifications Required • CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional or CISM: Certified Information Security Manager • GIAC: Global Information Assurance Certification • GSEC: Global Security Essentials Certification • ISACA: IT Audit, Security, Governance and Risk Certifications • Vendor certifications (Fortinet, Microsoft, Palo Alto, etc.) Skills • People Management o Build and lead a high-performing team of Presales, Implementation and Support Engineers o Set clear objectives, KPIs, and career development plans for team members o Conduct regular performance reviews and succession planning o Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning • Strategic Leadership o Define technical vision and roadmap aligned with organizational goals o Represent OCS Infotech in executive-level customer engagements and industry forums o Drive adoption of emerging technologies and best practices across teams o Establish governance for compliance, security, and quality assurance • Customer Experience o Ensure seamless solution delivery with minimal disruption o Maintain proactive communication on timelines, risks, and escalations o Drive customer satisfaction through feedback loops & service improvements o Act as escalation point for critical incidents and strategic account • Metrics and SLA Governance: o MTTD (Mean Time to Detect) o MTTR (Mean Time to Respond) o Incident closure SLAs o False positive rate o Alert-to-case ratio