Cybersecurity Defense Operations Director

Company: VirtualVocations
Location: Riverside
Posted on: March 4, 2025

Job Description:

A company is looking for a Director of Cybersecurity Defense Operations to oversee cybersecurity event monitoring and response activities.



Key Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and strategic direction for cybersecurity incident response and forensics teams
Collaborate with departments to integrate cybersecurity measures and manage crisis response efforts
Evaluate and enhance security protocols to mitigate emerging threats and manage operational budgets


Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field; advanced degrees are preferred
At least 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on security operations and leadership
Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC)
Proficiency in incident response and understanding of modern malware and attacker techniques
Knowledge of common industry cybersecurity and regulatory requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, and NIST

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