Security Operations Manager

About this role

We’re a business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and we undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Our advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects.

Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well-being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation. We are also proud to share that we have a range of Inclusion Networks such as: the Women’s Business Network, Cultural and Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network and the Parent Network.

For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please click here: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK | NTT DATA

Security Operations Manager – Sovereign SOC

Full-time onsite in Birmingham

Are you ready to lead in one of the most demanding and rewarding security environments in the UK? We are seeking a Security Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our Sovereign Security Operations Centre (SOC), housed in a large, dedicated facility designed for resilience and scale. You’ll serve prominent UK organizations with premium listings and stringent security requirements.

Why This Role Is Different

This isn’t just another SOC management position. You’ll be at the forefront of protecting high-priority and essential systems that blend traditional IT with specialized Operational Technology, facing technical, operational, human, and regulatory challenges that demand creativity, resilience, and strategic thinking.

What you'll be doing;

• Lead and Inspire: Manage a team of skilled analysts and engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Client-Facing Leadership: Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment between security operations and business priorities.
• Drive Operational Performance: Oversee service delivery, incident response, and operational efficiency within established frameworks.
• Strategic Oversight: Balance hands-on technical engagement with high-level planning to maintain a robust security posture.
• Innovate Under Pressure: Navigate complex threat landscapes and regulatory requirements while ensuring high availability of services.

What Makes You Successful

• 5 years + experience in SOC operations, incident response, and security frameworks.
• A passion for interesting and challenging work in a high-stakes environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage people, process, and technology.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities for client engagement.
• Comfort operating in environments where every decision matters.

The Environment

• Large Dedicated SOC Facility: A purpose-built, secure environment designed for scale and resilience.
• Sovereign SOC: Supporting critical UK organizations with high availability requirements.
• Premium Clients: Engage with leaders who value strategic insight and operational excellence.
• Complex Challenges: From advanced threats to regulatory compliance, this role demands adaptability and innovation.
• Need to be SC eligible - been living in the UK for the past 4 years consistently, not been outside for more than 6 months.

We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.

You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: https://uk.nttdata.com/

We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a proud Disability Confident Committed Employer - we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us, during the application process, that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team.

Security Operations Manager

About Us

NTT DATA is one of the world’s largest global security services providers, with over 7,500 security SMEs. We work with leading security technology vendors and pride ourselves on delivering innovative and effective solutions. Our people, clients, and communities are at the core of what we do. We’re seeking individuals passionate about building a more secure and sustainable world.

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