Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager to lead our SOC in Bahrain. You will be responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day security operations, driving incident response, and ensuring the effectiveness of our security platforms.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily SOC activities, including monitoring, incident response, and remediation.
• Lead and optimise security platforms such as SIEM, XDR/NDR, DLP, Email Security, and Web Security solutions.
• Oversee MSSP relationships to guarantee high‑quality service delivery.
• Supervise Microsoft 365 security technologies and controls.
• Develop, review and maintain security policies, procedures and operational playbooks.
• Conduct security reviews, risk assessments and evaluate solution designs.
• Lead security projects and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Mentor, manage and coordinate SOC team members and stakeholders.

Required profile

• 7‑10 years of cybersecurity experience with strong SOC operations background.
• Hands‑on experience with SIEM, XDR/NDR, DLP, Email and Web security tools.
• Experience managing MSSP services.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 security capabilities.
• Proven leadership, team‑management and stakeholder‑engagement skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, Microsoft Security, CEH, Security+ (preferred).

Required skills

• SIEM
• XDR/NDR
• DLP
• Email Security
• Web Security
• Microsoft 365 security