Job Description
About the Role
We are partnering with a global financial services organization as they continue to mature and modernise their cyber security operations capability.
This newly shaped SOC Lead role will play a critical part in strengthening how the organization detects, responds to and recovers from cyber threats across its global environment.
This is a hands‐on leadership role sitting close to the tools, the people and the incidents.
You'll lead the hybrid 24/7 SOC activity, influence operational strategy and act as the bridge between internal teams and external security partners.
What's a typical day look like?
Lead the day-to-day operations of a hybrid 24/7 SOC
Oversee threat detection, incident response and threat hunting across global regions
Collaborate with external MSSP partners, aligning on SLAs, KPIs and threat intelligence sharing
Design and implement SOC processes, playbooks and metrics to measure operational maturity
Lead incident response lifecycle - detection, containment, eradication and recovery
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging automation and AI
Ensure alignment with frameworks including NIST, SOC 2 and MITRE ATT&CK;
Provide leadership and mentorship to SOC analysts and engineers
Challenge existing processes, identify gaps and drive operational enhancements
About you




5+ years' experience in Cyber Security Operations or SOC management roles within Financial Services
Solid understanding of threat modelling, incident response and adversary tactics (TTPs)
Proficiency with SIEM, SOAR and threat intelligence platforms
Experience managing hybrid SOC environments and external MSSP partnerships
Hands‐on understanding of network, endpoint, identity and cloud security (especially Azure/M365)
Familiarity withautomation/scripting(Python, PowerShell) and use of AI tools to optimise SOC workflows
Knowledge of key frameworks - MITRE ATT&CK;, NIST, SOC 2
Experience integrating Active Directory, SSO (Single-Sign On)
Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage across technical and executive levels.
Experience working within a global environment
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GCIA, GCIH, CSA (highly regarded)
Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
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Kapital Consulting is a niche Fintech Recruitment Business specialising in Technology, Project Services and Data Recruitment across Australia.
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📌 Cyber Security Operations Lead (New South Wales)
🏢 Kapital Consulting - Fintech Recruitment & Executive Search
📍 New South Wales