SOC Manager

Job Title: SOC Manager

General Information

Location: Dublin

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: NO

Business Area: Cyber Security

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

Job Summary

As a SOC manager, you will play a critical role in our Security Operations Centre, responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents. You will leverage your expertise to analyse security alerts, conduct investigations, and implement remediation strategies. This position is ideal for individuals looking to advance their careers in cybersecurity, with opportunities for growth into senior analyst roles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor security alerts using SIEM tools, analyse incidents, and respond promptly to mitigate threats.
• Conduct thorough analysis of potential threats and vulnerabilities, staying updated on the latest cybersecurity trends.
• Document incidents and responses, prepare detailed reports for management, and contribute to incident response plans.
• Collaborate with Level 1 and Level 2 SOC Analysts, provide guidance, and mentor junior analysts in their professional development.
• Participate in post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and recommend enhancements to security processes.
• Recommend improvements to security tools and procedures to strengthen the SOC's capabilities.
• Engage in ongoing training to stay current in the cybersecurity field and enhance personal skills.
• Work closely with IT and other departments to improve the overall security posture of the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity role, with strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, network protocols, attack vectors, and incident response cycle.
• Experience analysing logs from diverse security tools (e.g., EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, proxies).
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight, or Sentinel).
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), MITRE ATT&CK framework and common TTPs.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications such as GIAC (GCIA, GCIH, GMON), CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CEH, or Microsoft SC-200.
• Experience with cloud security monitoring (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Familiarity with scripting or automation tools (Python, PowerShell, etc.) to streamline SOC processes.
• Exposure to threat intelligence platforms and integration into SOC workflows.
• Previous consulting or client-facing experience.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Discounted health insurance  
• Bike to work Scheme
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family       
• Recognition Awards
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Hybrid Working             
• Work Mobile
• Free Gym membership ·            
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Travel Pass       
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.