The Head of SOC is responsible for leading the organization’s cybersecurity operations to protect digital assets, systems, and customer data from cyber threats, fraud, and operational risks. This role ensures 24/7 security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and regulatory compliance while aligning security strategies with business goals. The position plays a key leadership role in building a resilient security posture, enabling secure innovation, and maintaining customer trust.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, IT, or related field
• Master’s degree or specialization in Cybersecurity is preferred
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, or equivalent are highly preferred
• 8-9 years of experience in cybersecurity or information security
• Minimum 5+ years in SOC leadership or security operations management role
• Experience in fintech, banking, or digital payment industry is highly preferred
• Proven experience in handling large-scale security incidents and leading teams

Job Description

• Lead and manage end-to-end SOC operations including monitoring, detection, and incident response
• Oversee SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, and other security tools and technologies
• Develop and enhance threat detection, threat intelligence, and incident response capabilities
• Manage vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and remediation programs
• Drive security architecture, cloud security, and DevSecOps practices
• Ensure effective Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Zero Trust implementation
• Collaborate with risk, compliance, product, and technology teams
• Lead fraud monitoring and transaction security initiatives
• Oversee governance, risk, compliance (GRC), and regulatory coordination
• Manage third-party security risks and external attack surface monitoring
• Promote security awareness and human risk management programs
• Develop cybersecurity strategy, roadmap, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Track and report SOC metrics (MTTD, MTTR, etc.) to leadership
• Lead and mentor SOC teams (L1, L2, L3) and ensure capability development

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Deep knowledge of SOC operations, SIEM/SOAR, and incident response
• Expertise in threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and offensive security
• Strong understanding of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevSecOps
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and security standards (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS)
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to drive strategy, innovation, and continuous improvement

Benefits of Working at eSewa

• Stellar opportunity to work with the rising company
• The amazing and passionate young team, beautiful office space
• Trust of biggest FinTech company. 
• One-of-a-kind company culture and growth opportunities to accelerate your career progression.

How to apply?

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