Director, SOC Engineering

There are NO limits to your career: come shape the future and be part of a truly unique global culture at OutSystems!

We are looking for a Manager, SOC Engineering, who enjoys security work in a Global Distributed Security Operations Center that covers high impact infrastructures deployed all over the world. You will help us acquire value on the frontline of top-notch technology security with your security incident investigations helping the team protect system boundaries, keeping computer systems and network devices hardened against attacks and securing highly sensitive data.

If you are a problem solver, inquisitive by nature and driven by curiosity, this is the job for you!

Job Responsibilities and Expectations

• In collaboration with the CISO, set the vision and strategy for the Security Operations Center (SOC), including both the internal and customer-facing areas of the program. 

• Lead and manage the SOC team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure high performance and professional growth.

• Set clear goals and objectives for the team, ensuring alignment with organizational security strategies and objectives.

• Oversee the 24/7 monitoring and analysis of security events and incidents, ensuring timely detection, response, and resolution.

• Manage and optimize security tools and technologies deployed in the SOC, such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection/Prevention System), and EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response).

• Conduct regular assessments and evaluations of security tools, recommending enhancements or new solutions to improve the SOC's capabilities.

• Foster collaborative relationships with the Digital and Customer Success/ Support departments to ensure alignment in our strategy and tactical operation of both internally and externally-facing portions of the SOC program.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC) are highly desirable.

• Proven experience (10 years) in a leadership role within a client-facing SOC or a similar security operations environment.

• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, best practices, and technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms.

• Strong understanding of incident response frameworks and methodologies, with hands-on experience in leading and managing incident response activities.

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001), and industry standards (e.g., NIST, CIS).

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Proactive mindset with a continuous learning approach to stay updated with the evolving threat landscape and emerging security technologies.

The Longer Story:

One of the fastest-growing B2B software companies in the world, OutSystems is on a mission to enable every organization to innovate through software. We are looking for talented and motivated people to join us in helping companies solve some of their most strategic business challenges, from modernizing their workplace processes to transforming their employee and customer experiences. As a member of the OutSystems global team, you will help build, deliver, manage, and evolve the software that is a low-code market leader and preferred by professional developers around the world.

OutSystems is a truly global company, with more than 525,000 developer community members, 1,700 employees, 400 partners, and thousands of active customers in over 87 countries and across 22 industries. Founded in 2001, OutSystems has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Germany, the UAE, Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Australia, and Singapore, and of course has a thriving, worldwide community of remote employees.

Working at OutSystems

We do not have many rules, but we do have high standards and a culture of global collaboration. Our commitment to our culture is highlighted in The Small Book of the Few Big Rules, written by our Founder and CEO, Paulo Rosado. This commitment to culture landed us in the Forbes top cloud computing employers four years in a row.

We grow, change, and innovate, and give our teams the space to be proactive and creative.

• We care about growth and development. Vertical career progression is obvious, and we also encourage lateral moves, joining different teams, and mastering new skills. 

• Global colleagues who are as smart, hardworking, and driven as you. 

• Our DNA is disrupting the status quo. It is why our company exists.

• We “Ask Why” a lot. It helps us connect our individual work to the bigger picture and often uncovers a better, more agile way.

What do we have to offer you? 

• A company that continues to grow, change and innovate, and gives our teams the space to be proactive and creative. 

• Real career opportunities. We care about growth and development. Vertical career progression is an obvious possibility, but we also offer the possibility for lateral moves, joining different teams, and mastering specific skills. 

• Work colleagues that are as smart, hardworking and driven as you – and a team that is global. 

• A company culture that is based on transparency, teamwork and excellence (as promised in our Small Book of the Few Big Rules and delivered every day.) 

• Disrupting the status quo is in our DNA. In fact, it’s why our company exists.

• We “Ask Why” a lot. It helps us connect our individual work to the bigger picture and sometimes even uncover a better way.

Are you ready for the next step in your career? Then we’d love to hear from you!

OutSystems nurtures an inclusive culture of diversity, where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic self and perform at their best. A company that embraces the creativity and innovation that comes through diverse perspectives. We are committed to creating a team that reflects society through inclusive programs and initiatives and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive equal consideration regardless of race, place of origin, color, age, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by law.

Join us in disrupting the status quo of the low-code market, we give you the power to "Ask Why", you give our customers the power to innovate through software!