SOC Manager (IT Cyber Security Manager 2)

State of Oregon

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

Now Hiring, Apply Today! SOC Manager (IT Cyber Security Manager 2) Enterprise Information Services (EIS) is a state government-wide information technology (IT) organization led by Oregon’s State Chief Information Officer (CIO). The Cyber Security Services (“CSS”) is an information security management section within EIS. CSS’s mission: Leading Oregon Government to safeguard the State’s information resources. CSS is comprised of the following units: Governance Risk and Compliance, Enterprise Security Architecture, Network Security, and Security Operations Center (SOC). What You’ll Do As the SOC Manager, you will be at the center of Oregon’s cyber defense, the heartbeat of the enterprise, leading the day-to-day operations of the State of Oregon’s Security Operations Center and ensuring continuous monitoring, detection, analysis, and response to threats that impact enterprise (State of Oregon) systems and critical public services. You will guide and grow an extremely talented team of SOC analysts, maintain 24x7 readiness, and make sure the tools, workflows, playbooks, and escalation paths are not just documented, but tested and battle-ready. You will turn strategy into action, translate the SOC Director’s vision and enterprise direction into operational excellence, and lead the charge during high-impact incidents where clear thinking, calm leadership, and teamwork matter most. Working side-by-side with Network, Endpoint, Cloud, Vulnerability, and agency partners across the state, you will help coordinate response, protect Oregonians’ data, and continuously strengthen our security posture. This is a role for a leader who thrives in fast-moving environments, loves developing people, and wants to make a real, visible impact—every day—on the security and resilience of the State of Oregon. For a full review of the position duties, details, and working conditions, please click here.

Requirements

• Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR Three years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Related qualifying information systems experience in: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, and Cloud Apps, Attack surface reduction (ASR), device timeline, evidence & response actions, Live response sessions and EDR forensics;
• Qualifying Bachelor degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or closely related field.

Nice To Haves

• A strong foundation in cybersecurity operations, with the ability to understand, oversee, and guide threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and security monitoring across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Operational fluency with modern SOC technologies and workflows, including SIEM, EDR/XDR, log management, alerting, case management, and investigation platforms, with the ability to ask the right questions, challenge assumptions, and make informed decisions when not hands-on in the tools.
• The mindset of a cyber operations leader, able to direct investigations, validate analyst conclusions, prioritize response actions, and ensure incidents are managed effectively from triage through recovery.
• A deep understanding of how enterprise identity, endpoints, networks, cloud services, and security controls interconnect, and how attackers move across them, utilizing the MITRE Att&ck Methods.
• Proven ability to build, mentor, and sustain high-performing SOC teams, fostering trust, accountability, resilience, and calm leadership in high-pressure, 24x7 environments.
• The judgment to balance risk, impact, and operational tempo, ensuring the right resources are focused on the most critical threats and that staff are supported and not burned out.
• The ability to evaluate and improve SOC processes, playbooks, tooling, and staffing models, turning gaps and lessons learned into practical operational improvements.
• Strong communication and leadership presence, with the ability to translate technical realities into clear guidance for executives, agency partners, and incident commanders.
• Experience coordinating complex incident response efforts across multiple teams, agencies, and external partners, bringing clarity, structure, and confidence during major events.
• Extensive experience (typically 7+ years in cybersecurity, including leadership or senior operational roles within a SOC, IR, or security operations environment).
• Familiarity with security frameworks and best practices (NIST CSF, incident response lifecycle, MITRE ATT&CK) and how to apply them at an operational and programmatic level.
• Preference will be given to candidates with one or more of the following certifications: CISSP: (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst, SC-100: Cybersecurity Architect, AZ-500: Azure Security Engineer, CompTIA CySA+ or Security+ , GIAC (GCIA, GCIH, GMON) for advanced threat hunting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. Optional benefits including life insurance, disability, FSA, and more
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
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• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: You may qualify for the PSLF program.
• Hybrid Work Opportunity: This position supports a hybrid work schedule. You can expect to work in the office 1 day per week, with work arrangements periodically reviewed to ensure business needs are met.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees