Technical Manager - SIEM | Remote, USA at Optiv

Overland Park, Kansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cybersecurity, ConsultingIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of consulting experience in SIEM
Deep experience with one of the following SIEMs (Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Google SecOps, XSIAM)
Proven ability to lead complex technical projects with both hands-on and oversight responsibilities
Strong background in SIEM architecture, deployment, tuning, and operations, including use cases and detection engineering
Prior experience in consulting engagement oversight, including managing project health, quality, and client outcomes
Ability to clearly articulate technical concepts and business value to executive, technical, and operational stakeholders
Proven experience in a pre-sales, post-sales, or non-sales technical capacity in an information security environment
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, including experience leading workshops and executive briefings
Demonstrated thought leadership through content creation, public speaking, or community contributions preferred
Desire and capability to mentor others, raise team capability, and lead by example
Comfort operating in ambiguity, balancing multiple projects, and prioritizing effectively

Responsibilities

Act as the senior technical leader on SIEM and security operations consulting engagements, ensuring technical excellence and delivery quality
Translate client business goals and security requirements into actionable technical strategies, architectures, and roadmaps
Lead complex problem-solving, troubleshooting, and architecture design for SIEM programs and related security technologies
Provide oversight on 2-10 concurrent engagements, ensuring both technical and business outcomes are met
Deliver technical and business oversight to projects, including proactive management of project risks, quality, and client satisfaction
Provide thought leadership through participation in industry groups, delivering talks, writing technical and industry-specific blogs, vulnerability research, industry PR interviews, and/or contributing to security publications
Lead client workshops, assessments, and executive briefings, often in front of both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Drive continuous improvement of consulting methodologies, tools, processes, and deliverables to improve efficiency and quality
Mentor, coach, and formally develop junior consultants and senior consultants, directly influencing their career growth (no direct reports)
Maintain a pulse on the SIEM and SOC technology ecosystem, continuously tracking market trends, emerging threats, and evolving best practices

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SIEMSecurity OperationsSIEM ArchitectureTroubleshootingSecurity ConsultingProject ManagementRisk ManagementMentoringWorkshop FacilitationTechnical Leadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What salary is offered for the Technical Manager - SIEM role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Technical Manager position remote?

The position is remote within the USA.

What key skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need 5+ years of consulting experience in SIEM, deep experience with SIEMs like Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Google SecOps, or XSIAM, proven ability to lead complex technical projects, strong background in SIEM architecture, deployment, tuning, and operations, and excellent communication skills.

Does this role involve managing a team or direct reports?

The role involves mentoring, coaching, and developing junior and senior consultants but has no direct reports.

What makes a strong candidate for the SIEM Technical Manager position?

A strong candidate has 5+ years of SIEM consulting experience, deep hands-on expertise with major SIEM platforms, proven project leadership, and the ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Optiv

Cybersecurity advisory and solutions provider

About Optiv

Optiv helps businesses manage and reduce cyber risks by providing advisory services and solutions tailored to their specific needs. Their services cover the entire cybersecurity lifecycle, including strategy development, technology validation, and implementation of security measures. They serve nearly 6,000 clients across various industries, such as retail, manufacturing, and healthcare, ensuring that sensitive information is protected and digital systems remain secure. Unlike many competitors, Optiv focuses on customized solutions and ongoing support, adapting to the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Their goal is to empower organizations to secure their operations effectively and prepare for future challenges in technology, such as AI and IoT.

Denver, ColoradoHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$12MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Cybersecurity, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees