Head of Security Operations
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Job Overview: We are seeking a global leader in cyber security to oversee the Security Operations (SecOps) team at Canonical. This role focuses on the design, implementation, and enhancement of security practices, tools, and policies to safeguard our data, infrastructure, and development processes.
Main Responsibilities:
- Recruit and mentor a talented team of technical security experts.
- Establish Canonical's SecOps security standards and develop comprehensive playbooks.
- Lead the architecture and design of the Security Operations Center (SOC).
- Analyze and refine Canonical's overall security architecture.
- Evaluate, select, and deploy new security technologies and practices.
- Identify, contain, and guide the remediation of security threats.
- Enhance the visibility and thought leadership of Canonical's SecOps initiatives.
- Contribute to open source threat intelligence efforts.
- Develop and deliver training materials for SecOps.
- Publish relevant content including blog posts and conference presentations.
- Track and report on SecOps performance metrics.
Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience in mitigating advanced threats and nation-state actors.
- Deep technical knowledge of SOCs, including architecture and design.
- Proficiency in Linux security and incident response automation.
- Familiarity with security risk management frameworks like NIST CSF.
- Strong academic background in Computer Science or a related STEM field.
- Excellent leadership, writing, and presentation skills.
- Ability to effectively report security metrics with precision.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their applications detailing their qualifications and experiences relevant to this role.
