Director Security Operations

The Alexander Technology Group is seeking a PERM Director of Security Operations for a Investment Management client based in Boston MA. They are requiring 4-5 days a week onsite in the city. 

Summary:
The Director of Security Operations is a hands-on technical leader responsible for overseeing the firm’s security operations, including SIEM, incident response, threat detection, vulnerability management, and data protection. Leading a team of engineers and analysts, this role drives continuous improvements in security posture while managing MSSPs to ensure effective monitoring and response.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and enhance core security operations: SIEM, IAM, EDR, threat detection, and incident response.

• Manage a team of cybersecurity professionals and MSSPs to improve detection, automation, and response capabilities.

• Oversee vulnerability management, risk assessments, and patch/configuration compliance across cloud and on-prem environments.

• Develop security awareness, data protection programs, and incident response playbooks.

• Monitor and refine access controls, DLP policies, and third-party risk.

• Ensure compliance with CIS, NIST, and data privacy regulations.

Qualifications:

• 12+ years in IT/cybersecurity, including 5+ in leadership.

• Strong technical expertise in Microsoft security tools (Entra ID, Defender, Purview).

• Familiarity with Zero-Trust, IAM, and SaaS security frameworks.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or similar certifications preferred.