Role : SOC Manager
Location : Kuala Lumpur
Payroll : Skill Quotient ( www.skillquotientgroup.com and www.secure-plex.com )
Duration : 1 year extendable contract
We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager to lead our combined Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) security monitoring and incident response team. This critical role requires a deep understanding of security principles across both enterprise IT networks and industrial control systems (ICS / SCADA) environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the 24 / 7 SOC team, overseeing security monitoring, detection, and incident response for both IT and OT environments.
- Develop, implement, and maintain SOC processes, playbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) tailored for IT and OT security events.
- Ensure effective integration of security tools and technologies across IT and OT platforms (e.g., SIEM, EDR, network monitoring, OT-specific monitoring).
- Coordinate incident response activities, ensuring timely containment, analysis, eradication, and recovery for all security incidents impacting either domain.
- Drive threat hunting and proactive analysis to identify emerging threats specific to IT and OT infrastructure.
- Manage and mentor SOC analysts, fostering continuous professional development and cross-training in IT and OT security practices.
- Report on key security metrics, incident trends, and overall SOC performance to senior management.
- Collaborate with IT, OT, and engineering teams to enhance security posture, vulnerability management, and patching strategies in both environments.
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years as a SOC Lead / ManagerProven experience working with and securing both enterprise IT systems (e.g., Windows / Linux servers, cloud, networking) and industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA, and other OT environments.Strong technical understanding of IT security frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK) and OT security standards (e.g., IEC 62443, NIST 800-82).Expertise in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms and their application in both IT and OT log analysis.Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, GICSP, CISM) are highly desirable.Skills Required
Siem, EDR, Vapt, Scada, Plc, ics, Dcs, Incident Response, Log Monitoring, Soc