CSOC Manager — Arvada, CO at Peraton

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. We operate at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Our employees serve as valued partners to essential government agencies and support every branch of the U.S. armed forces, solving the most daunting challenges our customers face every day.

About the Role

This position is contingent upon award. Peraton seeks innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about protecting our nation's critical infrastructure. This is your chance to make a tangible impact on one of the nation's vital organizations, working alongside leaders in cybersecurity engineering, operations, forensics, threat analysis, data science, and systems integration.

As the Manager of a 24x7x365 Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC), you will serve as the anchor for a team of 20 to 25 cybersecurity technical analysts and Splunk Subject Matter Experts. Your mission is to support a large critical infrastructure operator in defending its corporate and operations networks from nation-state attacks, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its systems, and maintaining compliance with federal and industry cybersecurity regulations.

In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and direction for daily CSOC operations. You will oversee shift handovers, on-call rotations, and resource allocation while managing performance KPIs to drive service improvement. Your day-to-day involves guiding the team in monitoring for security anomalies, analyzing alerts using SIEM/EDR/SOAR tools, and leading investigations into incidents resulting from nation-state attacks or involving federal authorities. You will also manage the CSOC's standard operating procedures, approve security posture reports for senior management, and coordinate efforts with IT, Legal, and HR departments to ensure comprehensive incident response and compliance.

Hiring Process

The application period for this role is estimated to be 30 days from the posting date, though this timeline may vary based on business needs and candidate availability. By applying, you express interest in the role and the company. During the review process, selected candidates may be required to participate in an on-camera interview and a process to verify their identity.

Equal Opportunity

Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Work location

Work model: On-site

8093, West 59th Avenue, Arvada, Jefferson County, Colorado, 80004, United States

Arvada, Colorado

Key Responsibilities

check_circleProvide leadership and strategic direction for CSOC daily operations
check_circleManage CSOC shift handovers, on-call rotations, and resource allocation
check_circleEstablish and manage performance KPIs to drive service improvement initiatives
check_circleContribute to the development and implementation of security policies and procedures
check_circleReview and approve reports regarding security posture and incident reports for senior management
check_circleEnsure proper collection, storage, and analysis of log and threat intelligence data
check_circleApprove cybersecurity and network infrastructure change requests and patch management
check_circleCoordinate CSOC efforts and reporting with IT, Legal, HR, and other departments
check_circleEnsure CSOC compliance with corporate governance, standards, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

verifiedU.S. Citizenship Required
verifiedAbility to obtain/maintain DOE L Level or DOE Secret clearance
verifiedDegree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field
verified12 years of experience
verifiedCybersecurity experience in roles such as cybersecurity manager, security monitoring, threat and risk assessment, incident response, forensic analysis, offensive testing, controls assessment, vulnerability research or CSOC operations
verifiedUnderstanding of industry cybersecurity standards such as FISMA, NIST 800 series, and regulatory compliance requirements

Nice to Have

Hold cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CISM, SSCP, GIAC GSEC, OSCP, CEH, CISA SSCP, GIAC GCIH (GCIH), EC-Council CSA. A master's degree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circleHealth savings accountcheck_circleParental leave401(k) retirement plan

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Siem, Edr, Soar, Splunk, Fisma, Nist 800 Series, Cissp, Cism, SSCP, Giac Gsec.

Education: Master's degree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field desired.

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Day-to-day, the CSOC Manager with Security Clearance at Peraton will provide leadership and strategic direction for csoc daily operations; manage csoc shift handovers, on-call rotations, and resource allocation; establish and manage performance kpis to drive service improvement initiatives; and contribute to the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.

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Peraton is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: U.S. Citizenship Required; Ability to obtain/maintain DOE L Level or DOE Secret clearance; Degree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field; 12 years of experience; Cybersecurity experience in roles such as cybersecurity manager, security monitoring, threat and risk assessment, incident response, forensic analysis, offensive testing, controls assessment, vulnerability research or CSOC operations; and Understanding of industry cybersecurity standards such as FISMA, NIST 800 series, and regulatory compliance requirements.

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CSOC Manager with Security Clearance at Peraton is based in 8093, West 59th Avenue, Arvada, Jefferson County, Colorado, 80004, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Peraton has listed this CSOC Manager with Security Clearance role as on-site.

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CSOC Manager with Security Clearance at Peraton typically requires 12+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.

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Key skills for CSOC Manager with Security Clearance at Peraton include Siem; Edr; Soar; Splunk; Fisma; Nist 800 Series; Cissp; and Cism.

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Educational requirements for this role: Master's degree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field desired.

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CSOC Manager with Security Clearance