Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager

SOC Manager – Integration & Operations Lead

Entarian is seeking a highly capable and mission-focused Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager to lead the integration, maturation, and day-to‑day execution of cybersecurity operations within the meshONE‑T program.

This role transforms cybersecurity from distributed activities into a unified, intelligence‑driven operational capability integrated with network operations, engineering, and compliance. The SOC Manager will establish structure, improve coordination, and enable a proactive, mission‑aligned defense posture.

• Lead the integration and execution of cybersecurity operations across the meshONE‑T program
• Establish a structured, scalable SOC capability from currently distributed functions
• Drive unity of effort across NOC, engineering, and accreditation teams for coordinated operations and response
• Implement standard processes, playbooks, and escalation models to enable consistent execution
• Shift cybersecurity posture from reactive to proactive and intelligence‑driven
• Introduce automation, analytics, and modern tooling to improve detection and response
• Serve as a key operational leader in the evolution toward a M‑NOSC end‑state

• Assess current cybersecurity tools, workflows, and operational gaps
• Stand up and mature SOC functions including monitoring, detection, response, and reporting
• Develop and implement incident response playbooks and operational runbooks
• Establish structured escalation, coordination, and communication models
• Drive consistency across shifts, teams, and mission partners

• Provide operational direction and tasking across cybersecurity, NOC, and engineering teams
• Synchronize activities across organizations that do not fall under direct reporting authority
• Serve as senior escalation point for cybersecurity incidents
• Build alignment and accountability across stakeholders to ensure mission success

• Operationalize cybersecurity practices aligned with NIST, RMF, and Zero Trust principles
• Transition compliance from periodic activity to continuous operational integration
• Establish accountability for control implementation and evidence collection
• Support audit readiness and mission assurance objectives

• Lead integration of SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and observability platforms into a cohesive SOC ecosystem
• Drive automation and orchestration to improve response time and reduce manual effort
• Introduce threat intelligence and analytics to enhance detection and situational awareness

• Establish threat intelligence and threat hunting capabilities
• Correlate threat activity with operational and mission impact
• Continuously refine detection logic and response strategies

• Partner with meshONE‑T leadership, network operations, engineering teams, and mission stakeholders
• Ensure cybersecurity activities are aligned with mission priorities and operational objectives
• Strengthen cross‑team communication and shared situational awareness

• Build the foundation for a scalable cybersecurity operating model
• Mentor and influence personnel across teams to improve cybersecurity capability
• Contribute to the long‑term transition toward a fully integrated M‑NOSC
• Prepare the organization for future centralized cybersecurity leadership and structure
• Develop training and exercises to improve tactics, techniques and procedures

• Job Type: Full‑Time, Monday through Friday (after‑hours support as needed for incidents)
• Work Environment:
  In‑office
• Location:
  
  Colorado Springs, CO (Entarian office)
• Travel:
  Limited, primarily within the Colorado Front Range
• Salary Range: $165,000 – $185,000 (negotiable based on experience, clearance, and qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of cybersecurity operations experience
• 5+ yearsleading cybersecurity operations, SOC functions, or cross‑functional initiatives
• Experie…