Security & Threat Operations Manager

About the role

This role will shape and scale the organization’s security operations function, with a strong emphasis on detection, investigation, and incident response. You will lead a team responsible for monitoring threats, improving operational controls, and partnering closely with engineering to strengthen resilience across a regulated financial environment. The position also carries ownership of digital risk monitoring and proactive threat hunting to reduce exposure and improve response readiness.

Responsibilities

• Develop and mature the security and threat operations program with a measurable roadmap and defined operating model
• Lead and grow the security team through hiring, coaching, and performance management
• Own the detection program, integrating threat intelligence and proactive hunting
• Manage security monitoring and investigations across multiple threat vectors
• Oversee digital risk monitoring, including exposed credentials and phishing domains
• Act as Incident Commander, managing the incident response lifecycle and coordinating across teams
• Lead exposure management and the operation of security controls in collaboration with engineering teams

Qualifications

• 10+ years in security operations, detection engineering, or incident response, with 3+ years in a management role
• Proven experience as Incident Commander during significant security incidents, with strong decision-making under pressure
• Hands-on expertise in threat intelligence, detection content development, and SIEM analytics
• Proficiency in scripting or querying with Python, SQL, or similar languages
• Familiarity with AWS, Kubernetes, and API security in high-demand production environments
• Experience with preventive controls such as DLP and WAF, including effective false-positive management
• Knowledge of NIST CSF and incident response practices, preferably in regulated financial services

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and equity options
• 401(k) match and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability insurance and paid parental leave
• Wellness reimbursement and personal development allowance
• Company-provided phone and support for work-life balance

Pay

$200,000 – $250,000 annually

Schedule

Remote — US-based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available