Cyber Security Manager Job at Telescope Recruitment, Somerset, NJ

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  • Telescope Recruitment
  • Somerset, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position due to the confidential nature of the work.

  • RELOCATION SUPPORT AVAILABLE.

Position Overview:

We're looking for a Manager, Cybersecurity who can run our SOC operations, vulnerability management, DFIR, and security tool health - while also managing our MSSP/MDR partners, running red team engagements, and integrating cyber threat intelligence into daily operations. This is not a checkbox role. You'll be the frontline leader making sure our defenses are sharp, our partners deliver value, and our playbooks are battle-tested.

  • Compensation Range: 160-180k USD + 20% bonus (performance based)

*** This is an on-site position in Somerset, NJ (no remote). ***

About the employer:

Founded in 2000, our employer is a leading provider of premium metal payment cards and secure authentication solutions. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, the company serves major financial institutions, producing over 30 million metal cards annually and holding a dominant share in the premium metal card segment. It also offers advanced digital security through a proprietary platform that includes three-factor authentication and cold storage for digital assets, generating over $420 million in annual sales.

Key Responsibilities:

SOC & Security Operations

  • Run day-to-day SOC ops (monitoring, alert triage, escalation)
  • Manage MSSP/MDR relationships - hold vendors accountable, ensure quality, and drive outcomes
  • Ensure 24/7 coverage through smart playbook design and partner integration

Vulnerability Management

  • Own the vuln management lifecycle: scanning, prioritization, patching, reporting
  • Work with IT/DevOps to ensure remediation sticks, not just tickets get closed
  • Report enterprise risk posture and trendlines directly to leadership

Threat Intel & Red Teaming

  • Lead coordination of red team and purple team exercises to test resilience and validate controls
  • Integrate Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) into SOC processes - from IOCs to TTPs
  • Run threat hunting campaigns based on MITRE ATT&CK and emerging intel

Security Tooling & AI/ML

  • Deploy and maintain enterprise tools (SIEM, EDR, WAF, scanners, SOAR, etc.)
  • Ensure tools are tuned, integrated, and delivering value - not shelfware
  • Explore AI/ML anomaly detection and automation opportunities to stay ahead of threats

Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR)

  • Lead investigations end-to-end - endpoints, servers, cloud, and OT/ICS when needed
  • Run tabletops, refine playbooks, and ensure incident readiness
  • Mentor analysts in forensics, hunting, and response

Team Development & Coaching

  • Lead the professional growth of SOC analysts and cybersecurity team members through regular coaching, feedback, and development plans. Foster a culture of continuous learning and skill advancement.
  • Empower team members to take ownership of key initiatives, encouraging autonomy and accountability in daily operations and incident response.

Qualifications:

Required

  • 7+ years in cybersecurity ops, with 3+ in a lead or senior role
  • SOC management and vendor/MSSP oversight experience
  • Proven vulnerability management success across hybrid environments
  • Hands-on with SIEM, EDR
  • Solid DFIR skillset: log/memory/packet forensics, endpoint investigations, hunt operations
  • Experience coordinating red team engagements and actioning results
  • Strong communicator: can brief execs and mentor juniors

Preferred

  • Threat intel analysis and integration experience
  • Cloud security ops in AWS/Azure
  • Certifications: GCIA, GCFA, GCIH, CISSP, CISM
  • Financial services or manufacturing sector experience

Why Join:

  • MSSP + In-house hybrid: You'll manage our MDR/MSSP partners and ensure elite outcomes
  • Red & purple team action: Run live-fire tests and harden defenses against real-world adversary tradecraft
  • AI/ML innovation: Help shape how anomaly detection and automation enhance our defenses
  • Elite culture: We work hard and aim for the top 5% of secure manufacturers globally

Our employer believes in supporting their employees with a comprehensive benefits package that promotes health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our full-time team members enjoy access to:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Annual Bonus Opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

**** Benefits eligibility and details will be shared during the hiring process.

Job Tags

Full time, Remote work, Relocation package, Flexible hours,

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