Role - Cyber Ops Lead I SOC Lead Experience Required -7+ Years Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
- Experience in a regulated industry (healthcare, financial services, or similar) handling sensitive data.
- Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCIA, Security+, CySA+, or equivalent.
- Familiarity with cloud environments (AWSlAzure) and common cloud security tooling.
- Prior experience building or refining SOC playbooks, runbooks, or standard operating procedures.
- SOC case queue is triaged consistently with clear ownership and no unexplained aging
- Escalation paths to Tech Operations are documented and running smoothly, with fewer dropped handoffs.
- Analyst team has clear expectations, regular feedback, and improving case quality.
- Director, Cyber Defense & Strategy has reliable visibility into SOC health through regular reporting Roles & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Case & Queue Management
- Own the SOC case queue: triage incoming alerts, tickets, and requests; assign priority and ownership; track cases through to resolution.
- Maintain SLAs for case handling and escalation; identify and clear bottlenecks before they become backlogs.
- Ensure consistent documentation, categorization, and closure quality across all cases. SOC Leadership & Operations Lead day-to-day SOC operations, including monitoring, alert triage, and initial incident response.
- Coordinate shift coverage and on-call rotations to maintain continuous monitoring.
- Serve as a senior escalation point for analysts on complex or ambiguous cases.
- Drive continuous improvement Of detection content, playbooks, and standard operating procedures. Partnering with Technology Operations
- Act as the primary liaison between Cyber Defense and Tech Operations on issues that span both teams (eg., system changes, outages, access requests, infrastructure-related findings).
- Coordinate response and remediation activities that require Tech Operations involvement, ensuring clear handoffs and shared visibility into status.
- Participate in change management and operational reviews where security input is needed. Incident Response
- Support incident response efforts, including initial triage, containment recommendations, and coordination across teams during active incidents.
- Contribute to post-incident reviews and help translate lessons learned into process or tooling improvements. Mentorship & Team Development
- Mentor and provide day-to-day guidance to SOC analysts; support onboarding and skills development.
- Help set expectations for case quality, communication, and escalation practices. Reporting & Metrics
- Track and report on SOC operational metrics (case volume, time-to-triage, time-to-resolution, escalation rates) to the Director, Cyber Defense & Strategy.
- Flag trends or recurring issues that indicate a need for process, tooling, or staffing changes. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in a Security Operations Center or similar cyber defense role, including at least 1-2 years in a lead , senior analyst, or shift-lead capacity
- Demonstrated experience managing case/ticket queues and driving them to resolution in a fast-paced environment.
- Working knowledge Of SIEM, EDR, and case/ticket management tooling Solid understanding Of incident response fundamentals (triage, containment, escalation).
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with Technology Operations, IT, and Engineering teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to translate technical detail for varied audiences.
- Willingness and ability to work on-site in Draper, UT, including participation in on-call/shift coverage as needed.
Base Salary Range :
$100,000 to $120,000
Per Annum TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
Discretionary Annual Incentive.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage:
Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
Family Support:
Maternal & Parental Leaves.
Insurance Options:
Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
Convenience & Professional Growth:
Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
Time Off:
Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
Legal & Financial Assistance:
Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.