[Remote] Senior Director, Security Operations Center

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CFA Institute is seeking a hands-on, outcomes-driven Senior Director to lead our global Security Operations Center (SOC). In this role, you will set the strategic vision for detection and response, build and mentor a high-performing global team, and ensure resilient, real-time defense of our systems, data, and infrastructure.ResponsibilitiesSet the SOC strategy: Define and execute a multi-year roadmap aligned to business goals; measure and report outcomesLead a global team: Manage, mentor, and grow security analysts, engineers, and incident responders to deliver 24x7 capabilitiesOwn detection & response: Oversee continuous monitoring of networks, systems, and applications; triage, contain, eradicate, and recover from threats in real timeMature incident readiness: Develop, maintain, and drill IR plans, playbooks, and runbooks; coordinate cross-functional war roomsElevate resilience: Drive threat hunting, digital forensics, and post-incident reviews to strengthen controls and reduce MTTD/MTTRAssure compliance & risk management: Align practices to global regulations and frameworks; partner with stakeholders to assess risk and implement mitigationsContinuously improve: Lead vulnerability assessments and pen tests; track remediation to closureInnovate the stack: Evaluate and adopt modern tooling, automation, and intelligence sources (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK–mapped detections) to stay ahead of adversariesExecutive communication: Translate technical risk into business terms and present clear updates to senior leadership and the board as neededSkillsBachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or related field10–15+ years in cybersecurity operations with 5+ years leading SOC/IR teamsProven expertise in SOC management, incident response, digital forensics, and enterprise monitoringDemonstrated command of security frameworks and methodologies (e.g., NIST, MITRE ATT&CK)Excellent judgment under pressure with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsInclusive people leader: coaches, mentors, and builds high-performing, diverse teams across time zonesExceptional communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiencesWillingness to operate as a hands-on leaderProfessional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalentExperience orchestrating complex, cross-functional incident responses and executive-level briefingsBackground establishing SOC metrics, SLAs/SLOs, and reporting aligned to business riskTrack record implementing automation, threat intelligence fusion, and continuous improvement programsBenefits12% employer retirement contributionComprehensive health coverage for you and your familyGenerous leave and time offCompetitive retirement plansFlexible work optionsWellness, education, and support programsCompany OverviewOur members and charterholders advance market integrity, trust, and transparency in their professions to build more sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous societies. It was founded in 1947, and is headquartered in Charlottesville, VA, US, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.cfainstitute.org/.