Purpose of the Job

As members of 6sense’s Security department, the Security Operations and Threat Management team protects 6sense through prevention, detection, investigation and response to business impacting security threats. The manager of this team is responsible for oversight of daily operations, successful execution of team initiatives, and people management. This is a ‘working’ manager role where you will be hands-on keyboard as we continue to build out the Security Operations & Threat Management practices and tools at 6sense.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Hire and mentor a best-in-class team of Security Engineers
• Build strong, collaborative partnerships with Legal, Communications, Development, Infrastructure and Product teams
• Manage a robust Security Operations program, to include: centralized incident management, continuous and proactive monitoring and preventative maintenance
• Manage a robust Threat Management program, to include: hunts for vulnerabilities, real-world attack emulation and threat intelligence/advisory
• Oversee deployment and promote continuous improvement of Security Operations & Threat Management processes, technologies, automations and integrations
• Research emerging threats, publicly disclosed vulnerabilities or attack vectors and proactively push mitigating controls to products and services
• Maintain proficient knowledge of 6sense’s controls, product/product roadmap, and production architecture
• Prepare and deliver meaningful metrics representative of the Security Operations and Threat Management programs
• Design and execute quarterly (O)KRs

Performance Measurement

• Holds weekly 1:1s with all members of team and Manager
• Implements security controls considering the latest security threats, trends, and best practices to ensure that 6sense's security posture remains effective and efficient
• Properly handles security events within committed timeframes and following communication standards
• Enhances and grows skillset of direct reports
• Maintains up to date collateral, metrics and processes

Educational and Experience Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in information security, with a focus on SIEM, threat hunting, incident management, and vulnerability management
• 3+ years of experience managing a Security Operations or similar team
• Experience with security tools (e.g., Vulnerability Scanners, SIEM, SOAR)
• Strong knowledge of industry frameworks, regulations and standards, such as: MITRE ATT&CK, STRIDE, , ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, PCI, SOX, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Relevant industry certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC, are highly desirable

Competencies and Behaviors

• Exceptional communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills, and ability to appropriately address audience in communications
• Works independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Influences and collaborates with cross-functional teams
• Translates technical requirement into actionable and timebound requests
• Drives projects and tasks to completion by following up on questions, deadlines, and requests for input
• Maintains accuracy of information
• Rapid and effective prioritization and escalation