SOC MANAGER - ANALYST
5ironCyber security operations solutions provide comprehensive detection and response, 24/7/365. We actively respond to events as they occur, requiring less bandwidth from our clients and taking the action needed to eliminate the threat before it causes disruption to client business or data. This approach enabled 5ironCyber to be named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the US in 2025, for the fourth consecutive year.

5ironCyber redefines industry expectations by taking an active role in the protection of our clients. Delivering 24/7 “eyes on” cybersecurity defense solutions, effectively minimizes cyber risk inside these organizations. Our Security Operations solutions leverage years of information security experience to protect critical network infrastructure from the growing number of cyber threats.

5ironCyber’s Security Operations Center (SOC) is located in Franklin, Tennessee and all security operations are run from this facility. Our goal is more than notification—Our goal is response and resolution.

JOB SUMMARY
This role manages a team of Security Analysts and ensures the effective detection, analysis, and remediation of security threats. The SOC Manager establishes operational procedures, incident response protocols, and security monitoring strategies while ensuring continuous improvement of the SOC’s capabilities. This position collaborates with IT leadership, risk management, and executive stakeholders to strengthen the organization’s overall security posture, reduce cyber risk, and maintain compliance with industry security standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and manage SOC Analysts across shifts, ensuring around the clock coverage and high-quality monitoring and response
Develop and maintain SOC processes, runbooks, and playbooks for consistent triage and response
Oversee alert investigations, initial event handling, escalation and handoffs to other security teams
Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for SOC operations
Coordinate training, coaching and development plans to build technical and analytical skills within the analyst team
Serve as the point of escalation for critical or complex security events
Work collaboratively with internal teams to enhance detection capabilities and support security engineering efforts.
Contribute to threat intelligence sharing and use insights to strengthen detection capabilities

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field, with a minimum of two (2) years of leadership or management experience; or four (4) years of professional cybersecurity experience in lieu of a degree
Strong understanding of security monitoring, incident response processes, and common threat vectors
Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, and other SOC tools
Demonstrated leadership, communication, and shift management skills
Ability to collaborate with customers, vendors and project managers on a regular basis to support implementations, change management and troubleshooting
Experience using enterprise ticketing systems, with the ability to prioritize workflows based on criticality and urgency
Strong time management and organizational skills
Relevant, active industry certifications (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent) required

BENEFITS
5ironCyber offers premium benefits that are intended to support our people and their families.

These include:

Company-paid health, dental and vision insurance plans for the employee
Up to a 4% 401k company match that vests immediately, it’s yours to keep
Generous paid time off and 10 holidays per year
Paid time off to vote and volunteer
Paid time off on your birthday because it’s your special day
Up to $100 per month for your internet and cell phone service
Team building events

ADDITIONAL
All candidates will be required to take an extensive background screen, credit screen, and drug screen prior to employment. This is an on-site position in Franklin, TN.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Experience:

Cybersecurity: 4 years (Preferred)
Management/Leadership: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CompTIA Security+ (Required)
CompTIA CySA+ (Preferred)
CISM (Preferred)
CISSP (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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