Position: Regional Security Operations Center (SOC) Lead
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)
Contract Type: 12-month contract, W2 only (No sponsorship or C2C)
Pay Rate: $52 per hour
Experience Level: Junior Level (1-3 years of experience)
Industry: Government Administration
Job Summary
The Regional Security Operations Center (RSOC) Lead will oversee and support cybersecurity efforts across Regional Security Operations Centers (RSOCs) located at community colleges in Arizona. This role assists the SOC Manager in coordinating daily operations, detecting and responding to security threats, and enhancing regional security capabilities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and well-versed in cybersecurity principles.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Support
Manage daily security operations across regional SOCs.
Implement cybersecurity policies, procedures, and incident response protocols.
Standardize and enhance security operations through resource coordination.
Incident Response and Threat Monitoring
Monitor security events and respond to incidents in collaboration with regional SOC teams.
Analyze security incidents to determine root causes and resolution strategies.
Coordinate with regional IT and security staff for cohesive threat response.
Training and Mentorship
Mentor and train community college students involved in SOC operations.
Conduct hands-on training sessions and workshops to develop cybersecurity skills.
Documentation and Reporting
Maintain records of incidents, resolutions, and operational metrics.
Prepare incident response logs, weekly updates, and monthly reports to drive continuous improvement.
Collaboration and Relationship Management
Act as a liaison between the SOC Manager, community college stakeholders, and regional IT/security staff.
Participate in SOC meetings and regional cybersecurity initiatives to maintain alignment.
Qualifications
Experience: 1-3 years in a SOC, cybersecurity, or IT operations role.
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM (preferred).
Skills:
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threat analysis, and incident response.
Familiarity with SIEM tools, firewalls, and security technologies.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Additional Information
Must reside in Arizona (hybrid role).
Limited travel (10%) required to regional SOCs.