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Advance Auto Parts · 4 hours ago

Director of Security Operations

Raleigh, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Advance Auto Parts is seeking a seasoned and strategic Director of Security Operations to lead the operational arm of their Information Security program. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution of security operations, including threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and security monitoring across the enterprise.

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Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, and incident response capabilities

Oversee the development and execution of operational security processes, playbooks, and escalation procedures

Direct the incident response program, including investigation, containment, remediation, and post-incident reviews

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to manage and mitigate security threats

Own the vulnerability management lifecycle, including scanning, prioritization, remediation tracking, and reporting

Partner with infrastructure and application teams to ensure timely resolution of security findings

Own the IAM strategy and roadmap, including identity lifecycle management, access provisioning, and de-provisioning

Define and enforce access scopes using RBAC and ABAC models to ensure least privilege and separation of duties

Oversee IAM platforms (e.g., Okta, Azure AD, SailPoint) and ensure integration with enterprise systems and cloud environments

Lead periodic access reviews, certification campaigns, and compliance reporting

Implement and optimize security monitoring tools and SIEM platforms to improve visibility and response times

Develop metrics and dashboards to measure operational effectiveness and risk posture

Build and mentor a high-performing security operations team

Foster collaboration across IT, compliance, legal, and business units to align security operations with enterprise goals

Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and best practices

Drive innovation and automation in security operations to improve efficiency and scalability

Qualification

Security Operations LeadershipIncident Response ManagementVulnerability ManagementIdentity & Access ManagementSIEM PlatformsThreat DetectionForensic ToolsAnalytical AbilitiesCommunicationLeadership SkillsDecision-Making Abilities