Security Operations Manager (SOC)

About Gruve

Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. We specialize in cybersecurity, customer experience, cloud infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well-funded early-stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks.

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced Security Operations Manager to head our 24x7 security operations and play a pivotal role in strengthening Gruve's cybersecurity posture. This is a leadership role requiring both technical depth and strong people management skills, with a clear focus on proactive defense, incident response, and continuous improvement of our security operations.

Roles and Responsibility

• Lead and manage the SOC team, including Tier 1 / 2 / 3 analysts, incident responders, and SOC engineers.
• Ensure 24x7 security monitoring coverage through effective staffing models
• Oversee real-time monitoring of security events across SIEM, SOAR, EDR / XDR, NDR, and cloud platforms along with threat hunting and incident response team.
• Ensure timely detection, triage, containment, and resolution of security incidents and Coordinate and lead incident response efforts, including communication with stakeholders.
• Enforce SOC policies, playbooks, and standard operating procedures in SOC.
• Stay updated on the latest attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and exploits.
• Develop KPIs and dashboards for SOC performance (MTTD, MTTR, incident volumes, SLA adherence).
• Provide regular executive reports to CISO / management on security posture and risks.
• Suport audit, compliance, and regulatory reporting needs.
• Act as the primary point of contact between SOC and internal / external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with IT, DevOps, Risk, and Compliance teams for holistic security.
• Manage vendor relationships for SOC tools and managed services.
• Provides thought leadership on SCC management and continue to catch up with industry trends.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Why Gruve

At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Gruve is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Skills Required

Incident Response, Network Monitoring, security engineering, Vulnerability Management, endpoint protection , Siem, Threat Intelligence