SAP NS2 Director, Cyber Security Operation Center (CSOC) - Hybrid

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Company Description:

SAP is the global market leader for business software and related services. SAP National Security Services Inc.® (SAP NS2®) is an independent U.S. subsidiary, offering SAP solutions with specialized levels of security and support to meet the requirements of U.S. national security and critical infrastructure customers.

 

Must be a US Citizen on US soil; this position requires access to customer data. 

All internals must have Manager’s approval to transfer. 

Candidates must be within a commutable distance to Herndon, VA with the expectation to be in office 3 days per week.

 

Position Overview:

Reporting directly to the Senior Director, Security Operations within Enterprise Security, the Director of the Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) leads intelligence gathering, security monitoring, incident response, and forensic analysis operations. The Director collaborates closely with Security Operations vulnerability management teams, Security Engineering, Governance, Risk, and Compliance, and applicable Operations Teams to uphold cyber hygiene standards, mitigate security risks, and enable business intelligence. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the Security Operations Center’s 24x7 monitoring and response activities for corporate and customer cloud environments.
• Direct and manage intelligence collection, threat analysis, incident response, and forensic investigative efforts.
• Provide comprehensive cybersecurity posture and incident response updates to senior executives, including the Chief Information Security Officer, Chief Security Officer, C-Suite, and executive Insider Threat Team as appropriate.
• Develop and implement a threat driven detection capability incorporating continuous improvements in cybersecurity operational processes, incident management practices, and risk mitigation strategies that affords an appreciating investment for SAP NS2.
• Oversee technical and operational analysis during cyber events and/or incidents, ensuring alignment with applicable governance requirements, organizational Information Security Policies and industry best practices.
• Manage a team of cybersecurity professionals responsible for threat analysis, reporting, executive briefings, and coordination of remediation efforts.
• Define and validate technical requirements for incident response tools and ensure these technologies support and enhance operational workflows.
• Recommend and oversee configuration enhancements to improve cybersecurity analysis tools’ effectiveness and usability.
• Maintain expertise in cybersecurity trends and threats through active participation in industry task forces, professional networks, and continuous monitoring of security advisories.
• Proactively communicate and manage the potential impacts of emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities to key business stakeholders.
• Oversee device security management, including timely upgrades and patches, ensuring comprehensive remediation and threat eradication capabilities.

Qualification Requirements:

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens residing within the United States.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience leading or managing functions within a Security Operations Center (SOC).
• At least 10 years' experience in security operations management, incident response, threat analysis, vulnerability management, and security monitoring.
• Demonstrated proficiency in cybersecurity incident response processes, including the capability to ov