Information Security Operations Lead
Culver City, CA

Job Description

Information Security Operations Lead

The Security Operations (SecOps) Lead is responsible for overseeing the day to day operations of SPE's security technologies. The position works closely with INFOSEC and Information Technology to ensure the correct and efficient operation of security technologies. The incumbent posses a deep and diverse technical background in a variety of tools, platforms, and services. This position is responsible for managing multiple staff members both onsite as well as offsite and in other countries. Excellent people and time management skills are critical to success in the position. The SecOps Lead is responsible for working closely with the Incident Response and Vulnerability management teams to close identified gaps and vulnerabilities. Additionally, this position works with information security peers to identify and make recommendations to the Information Security Executive Director to improve the security stance and incident response capabilities of the organization.

Reporting to the Incident Response Executive Director, the Security Operations Lead is responsible for managing SPE's information security technology, security operations staff and vendor management.

Core Responsibilities:

* Manage the Security Operations Team (FTEs, Contractors, Service Providers, etc.)
* Oversee the management of security technologies
* Maintain high security configurations while balancing risk and customer impact
* Ensure operational SLAs and KPIs are met
* Vendor management


* Work closely with Information Technology staff and coordinate changes and enhancements to the SPE security technology
* Work closely with INFOSEC team to evaluate and implement new technologies
* Mitigate identified vulnerabilities where possible with SecOps technology
* Ensure Security Operations procedures are documented and followed
* Maintain expert level knowledge of security tools and configurations
* Recommend changes for security enhancements


* Project management
* Produce routine status reports

Functional knowledge of:

Moderate to advanced experience working with and/or managing MOST of the following technologies:

* Endpoint Security (AV, Firewall, HIPS, etc)
* Endpoint Security (AV, Firewall, HIPS, etc)
* File Integrity Monitoring
* Advanced Endpoint / Network Protections
* Application Whitelisting
* Benchmarking
* Mobile phone security
* Web Filtering (URL and Content)
* Network IDS/IPS
* Next Generation Firewalls
* Network and Endpoint DLP
* SIEMs and Data correlation
* Anti-exploitation and host hardening
* Spam and Email Filtering
* Web Application Firewalls
* Database protection tools

Qualifications:

Technical/Certification Requirements

Preferred

* One or more of the following technical certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Microsoft MCSE / MCP, SANs GIAC from Security Administration category, or an equivalent certification in a technical INFOSEC certification

Experience:

Required

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent working experience
* 7+ years of experience in security operations
* 4+ years managing a team and vendor relationships
* 2 years managing IT / InfoSec systems and technology
* 2 years in a role requiring project management skills
* Excellent communication skills (report writing and briefings)

Preferred (addition to required)

* 2 or more years in a customer service role
* 2 or more years supporting network devices
* 2 or more years troubleshooting servers and workstations
* 2 or more years working with malware or in an Incident Response role

Other Preferred Technology Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ability to:

* Take on new responsibilities and influence others as needed to deliver consistent results
* Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
* Pick up new skills through self-learning and on the job training
* Innovate and stay current on security technologies
* Manage multiple requirements and deliverables simultaneously
* Travel internationally 1-2 times a year
* Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
* Sony Pictures - CA - Culver City Area & Studios