CFA Institute · 22 hours ago
Senior Director, Security Operations Center
Charlottesville, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$190K/yr - $230K/yr
10+ years expCFA Institute is seeking a hands-on, outcomes-driven Senior Director to lead our global Security Operations Center (SOC). In this role, you will set the strategic vision for detection and response, build and mentor a high-performing global team, and ensure resilient, real-time defense of our systems, data, and infrastructure.
Financial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Set the SOC strategy: Define and execute a multi-year roadmap aligned to business goals; measure and report outcomes
Lead a global team: Manage, mentor, and grow security analysts, engineers, and incident responders to deliver 24x7 capabilities
Own detection & response: Oversee continuous monitoring of networks, systems, and applications; triage, contain, eradicate, and recover from threats in real time
Mature incident readiness: Develop, maintain, and drill IR plans, playbooks, and runbooks; coordinate cross-functional war rooms
Elevate resilience: Drive threat hunting, digital forensics, and post-incident reviews to strengthen controls and reduce MTTD/MTTR
Assure compliance & risk management: Align practices to global regulations and frameworks; partner with stakeholders to assess risk and implement mitigations
Continuously improve: Lead vulnerability assessments and pen tests; track remediation to closure
Innovate the stack: Evaluate and adopt modern tooling, automation, and intelligence sources (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK–mapped detections) to stay ahead of adversaries
Executive communication: Translate technical risk into business terms and present clear updates to senior leadership and the board as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or related field
10–15+ years in cybersecurity operations with 5+ years leading SOC/IR teams
Proven expertise in SOC management, incident response, digital forensics, and enterprise monitoring
Demonstrated command of security frameworks and methodologies (e.g., NIST, MITRE ATT&CK)
Excellent judgment under pressure with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Inclusive people leader: coaches, mentors, and builds high-performing, diverse teams across time zones
Exceptional communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
Willingness to operate as a hands-on leader
Preferred
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent
Experience orchestrating complex, cross-functional incident responses and executive-level briefings
Background establishing SOC metrics, SLAs/SLOs, and reporting aligned to business risk
Track record implementing automation, threat intelligence fusion, and continuous improvement programs
Benefits
Eligibility for annual incentives
12% retirement employer contribution
Comprehensive medical benefits
Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family
Generous leave and time off
Competitive retirement plans
Flexible work options
Wellness, education, and support programs
Company
CFA Institute
Our members and charterholders advance market integrity, trust, and transparency in their professions to build more sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous societies.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Margaret Franklin, CFA
President and CEO
Andrew Rome, JD, SHRM-SCP
Chief People Officer
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