Manager, Security Operations
Strata Decision Technology
$112,000 - $140,000 / year
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Description
How you’ll make an impact:
We are seeking an experienced Security Operations Manager to lead and strengthen our security operations function at Strata. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day security operations, including threat detection, incident response, security monitoring, and vulnerability management, while driving improvements in operational efficiency, automation, and risk management. As a hands-on technical leader, you will develop and empower a team of Security Engineers, establish scalable processes, and ensure our security practices align with regulatory and compliance requirements. Partnering closely with IT, Infrastructure, DevOps, and Engineering teams, you will play a critical role in protecting our systems, supporting our customers, and continuously improving Strata's security posture.
- Technical Operations & Incident response
- Lead day-to-day security operations including monitoring, threat detection, triage, investigation, and incident response.
- Operate and tune security platforms such as SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence tools.
- Leverage AI and automation tooling to streamline workflows, improve detection fidelity, and reduce manual effort.
- Act as an escalation point for complex incidents, root cause investigations, and cross-team coordination.
- Playbook & Process Development
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and incident response playbooks tailored to healthcare-specific threat vectors and compliance obligations.
- Automate repeatable tasks through SOAR platforms, scripting, and AI-enhanced processes.
- Iterate processes and procedures already in place to be more efficient and repeatable.
- Ensure alignment of operational practices with HITRUST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, and SOX ITGC controls.
- Team Development & Leadership
- Manage and mentor a security operations team to facilitate building deeper expertise in cybersecurity.
- Create a learning-focused culture that encourages knowledge sharing, experimentation, and continuous improvement.
- Foster risk-aware decision-making, enabling the team to act confidently with limited oversight using standardized risk frameworks.
- Governance & Risk Alignment
- Support security-related audits, evidence collection, and control mapping.
- Embed security operations processes into broader risk management and governance activities, contributing to HITRUST certification, ISO audits, and SOC/SOX readiness.
- Cross-Functional Engagement
- Collaborate with IT, DevOps, Infrastructure, and R&D Engineering teams to secure critical infrastructure, applications, and workflows.
- Advocate for security as a business-enabler by balancing regulatory needs, business objectives, and technical feasibility.
- Provide regular operational metrics and risk insights to leadership and stakeholders.
What we’re looking for:
- 5+ years of experience in security operations, blue teaming, or incident response roles.
- 2+ years in leadership or supervisory capacity.
- Hands-on expertise with
- Security platforms: SIEM, EDR/XDR, threat intel, SOAR, CrowdStrike, Rapid7
- Scripting/automation: Python, PowerShell, Bash
- Log analysis, detection engineering, threat hunting
- Experience integrating operations with compliance standards such as HITRUST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and SOX.
- Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, NIST 800-53/800-61, and CIS Controls.
- Experience in regulated industries, especially healthcare and PHI environments.
- Demonstrated success in creating SOPs, playbooks, and team workflows.
- Certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, CISSP, CISM
- Pragmatic and outcome-oriented; able to align security with business impact.
- Proven mentor and leader with a passion for developing others.
- Strong communicator with both technical teams and executive stakeholders.
- Curious, analytical, and proactive in exploring AI and automation to elevate security outcomes.
Estimated Salary Range: $112,000 - $140,000
Actual salary will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, skill set and level of experience. This salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Strata also provides discretionary variable pay programs based on role. In addition, Strata provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits, health and welfare benefits, paid time off, parental leave, life and accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits.
Find out more about Strata benefits here.
How we work:
Our preferred location for open roles is Chicago, IL. We value in‑person connection and regularly host on‑campus events to create meaningful opportunities for our team to build relationships and collaborate
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Should you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please reach out to careers@stratadecision.com.
Here @ Strata…
Our culture is driven by our people solving problems together. We embrace learning, collaboration, and continuous career growth. Together, we lift our customers, our products, our company, and our community.
We believe that each of our team member’s unique perspectives and experiences is what drives innovation and positive change. Our individual differences are what make us a more forward-thinking organization. We foster a culture of inclusion, equity and belonging, regardless of race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
Our Core Values:
While we celebrate what makes each member of our team unique, our core values are what connect us. They set clear expectations for how we approach our work and how each of us can positively influence the experience of our team and our customers.
- We connect with positive intent.
- We are helpful.
- We own it.
- We get better every day.
- We are humble.
Benefits
- paid time off
- stock options
- parental leave
About this role
Leading security operations at Strata means owning both the technical execution and the team that runs it. You'll manage day-to-day threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management across a healthcare environment—where compliance isn't optional. The role demands hands-on expertise with SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and scripting, combined with the ability to automate workflows and tune detection systems. You'll also develop playbooks aligned to healthcare-specific threats and standards like HITRUST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2, while acting as the escalation point for complex incidents.
The leadership piece is equally central. You'll build and mentor a security operations team, fostering a culture where people develop deeper expertise and make confident decisions within clear risk frameworks. This isn't a purely technical promotion—you're expected to communicate security trade-offs to executives, collaborate across IT and engineering teams, and position security as a business enabler rather than a blocker.
This role suits someone with 5+ years in security operations or incident response and at least 2 years leading people. You should have real experience in regulated industries, ideally healthcare, and be comfortable with both the compliance machinery (audits, control mapping, evidence collection) and the technical depth (detection engineering, threat hunting, MITRE ATT&CK). The position is in-office in Chicago, full-time, with a salary range of $112,000–$140,000 plus variable pay and comprehensive benefits.
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