SOC Chief Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a SOC Chief Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the technical operations of the Security Operations Center, ensuring the effective detection, analysis, and response to cybersecurity threats. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic oversight to maintain and enhance the organization's security posture. This position is fully on-site in Washington, . and has Top-Secret Level Clearance.

Responsibilities of the SOC Chief Engineer include :

• Direct and manage SOC operations, including incident detection, triage, investigation, and response.
• Serve as Incident Response Commander during major cybersecurity events.
• Lead insider threat detection and mitigation efforts using behavioral analytics and threat intelligence.
• Conduct advanced threat analysis and integrate findings into SOC workflows and defensive strategies.
• Perform Information Security GAP Analysis reviews and recommend remediation strategies.
• Develop and maintain SOC playbooks, SOPs, and escalation protocols.
• Oversee integration and optimization of SIEM, SOAR, IDS / IPS, and endpoint protection platforms.
• Mentor SOC analysts and engineers, fostering technical growth and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks (., NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO 27001).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security controls are effectively implemented and maintained.

Qualifications for the SOC Chief Engineer include :

Compensation for the SOC Chief Engineer include :

Salary Range : $165-185k (based on experience)

Full Benefits Package includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Keywords :

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