Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Ashburn, VA
Salary
$140,250–$189,750 / yr
Posted
3 days ago

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Similar $160k
This role $165k
$116k most similar roles pay here $199k

This role pays more than 57% of similar roles. Most pay $131,000–$188,125 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $165k versus about $160k for comparable roles.

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

General Dynamics currently has 422 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $112,924–$149,500 across 357 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager

The SOC Manager role at GDIT’s U.S. Customs and Border Protection Cyber Security Directorate involves leading a team of security analysts and engineers in continuous monitoring, threat detection, incident analysis, and response across sensitive systems. This senior position requires an individual with extensive cybersecurity experience and CISSP certification to guide complex operations, refine operational frameworks, and ensure compliance with federal standards. Key responsibilities include managing SOC functions, acting as the top escalation authority for incidents, and supporting team growth through coaching and performance management. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in SIEM technologies, endpoint security tools, and network security fundamentals, along with experience in cloud-based security operations and modern orchestration tools. This role offers significant impact within a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on national cybersecurity defense.

What you'll do

  • Define and guide the strategic direction of SOC functions, ensuring efficient security operations.
  • Oversee complex incident response activities as top-level escalation authority for high-severity incidents.
  • Build and refine operational frameworks to enhance detection, analysis, and remediation capabilities.
  • Maintain compliance with federal cybersecurity standards and directives in all SOC activities.
  • Support team growth through coaching, skills development, and performance management initiatives.
  • Prepare executive briefings on SOC performance, risks, and emerging threat patterns.

What we're looking for

  • Active TS Clearance with SCI eligibility required.
  • Minimum five years of cybersecurity experience, including leadership in a SOC environment.
  • CISSP certification is mandatory.
  • Strong technical expertise in SIEM technologies and network security fundamentals.
  • Experience guiding team growth through coaching and performance management.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based security operations and modern orchestration tools preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, or a related field.

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