Security Operations Manager

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Security Operations Manager to join our growing Security team. In this role, you will lead and mature our security operations capabilities, overseeing incident response, threat detection, managed detection & response (MDR) vendors, and continuous monitoring of our cloud-native environment. You will collaborate closely with engineering, IT, legal, compliance, and business teams to protect AlphaSense's data, systems, and customers.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage and enhance AlphaSense's Security Operations program, including MDR oversight, detection tuning, and incident response processes.
• Lead incident response investigations, root cause analysis, and post-incident reviews.
• Work closely with MDR providers, ensuring effective coverage, timely escalations, and continuous improvement of detections.
• Develop and maintain security playbooks, runbooks, and incident management processes.
• Build and tune detection rules across multiple security platforms (SIEM, EDR, CSPM, etc.).
• Collaborate with engineering and IT teams on vulnerability management, patching, and remediation efforts.
• Partner with GRC to support audits, compliance requirements, and reporting.
• Maintain KPIs and metrics to track security operations performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.

Who You Are:

• 5+ years experience in security operations, incident response, or similar roles in SaaS, cloud-native, or high-growth technology environments.
• Strong experience managing MDR or outsourced SOC vendors.
• Hands-on expertise with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, CSPM, SOAR, and vulnerability management platforms.
• Deep understanding of incident response methodologies, root cause analysis, and containment strategies.
• Solid knowledge of AWS, cloud security best practices, and modern SaaS architectures.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth, and globally distributed environment.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, AWS Security, CISSP) are a plus.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Equity opportunities
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible PTO and remote work options
• Learning & development resources
• A high-impact role in a fast-growing, mission-driven company

AlphaSense is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling AlphaSense’s commitment to equal employment opportunity. AlphaSense does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any other non-merit factor. This policy applies to every aspect of employment at AlphaSense, including recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, and termination.

In addition, it is the policy of AlphaSense to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where a particular employee works.

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• If you’re unsure about a job posting or recruiter, verify it on our Careers page.

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