Security Operations Manager
US$112,000 – US$140,000 / yr base salary
Posted 16 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Manager, Security Operations”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
| Base salary | US$112,000 – US$140,000 / yr |
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CertificationsGCIH, GCFA, CISSP, CISM
How you’ll make an impact:
We are seeking an experienced Security Operations Manager to lead and strengthen our security operations function at Strata. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day security operations, including threat detection, incident response, security monitoring, and vulnerability management, while driving improvements in operational efficiency, automation, and risk management. As a hands-on technical leader, you will develop and empower a team of Security Engineers, establish scalable processes, and ensure our security practices align with regulatory and compliance requirements. Partnering closely with IT, Infrastructure, DevOps, and Engineering teams, you will play a critical role in protecting our systems, supporting our customers, and continuously improving Strata's security posture.
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Technical Operations & Incident response
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Lead day-to-day security operations including monitoring, threat detection, triage, investigation, and incident response.
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Operate and tune security platforms such as SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence tools.
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Leverage AI and automation tooling to streamline workflows, improve detection fidelity, and reduce manual effort.
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Act as an escalation point for complex incidents, root cause investigations, and cross-team coordination.
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Playbook & Process Development
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Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and incident response playbooks tailored to healthcare-specific threat vectors and compliance obligations.
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Automate repeatable tasks through SOAR platforms, scripting, and AI-enhanced processes.
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Iterate processes and procedures already in place to be more efficient and repeatable.
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Ensure alignment of operational practices with HITRUST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, and SOX ITGC controls.
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Team Development & Leadership
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Manage and mentor a security operations team to facilitate building deeper expertise in cybersecurity.
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Create a learning-focused culture that encourages knowledge sharing, experimentation, and continuous improvement.
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Foster risk-aware decision-making, enabling the team to act confidently with limited oversight using standardized risk frameworks.
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Governance & Risk Alignment
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Support security-related audits, evidence collection, and control mapping.