Director – SOC, AWS Security
Caesars Entertainment
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- Manage and monitor AWS cloud environments for security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Deploy, configure, and optimize security tools and services between AWS and other Cloud ISPs and Caesars SOC systems and applications.
- Automate cloud security processes using tools like AWS Lambda, Terraform, CloudFormation, and scripting languages (Python, Bash).
- Perform in-depth analysis of security alerts, incidents, and breaches to identify root causes and mitigate threats.
- Lead and coordinate incident response efforts, including containment, eradication, and recovery.
- Develop and refine detection rules, playbooks, and response procedures for cloud-based and other threats.
- Oversee day-to-day operations of cloud security functions within the Security Operations Center, ensuring timely detection and resolution of security events.
- Mentor and guide SOC analysts, providing technical expertise and fostering professional development.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to continuously improve SOC processes, tools, and workflows.
- Identify opportunities to enhance security monitoring, automation, and response capabilities.
- Develop and implement scripts and workflows to streamline SOC operations and reduce manual effort.
- Prepare and deliver reports, dashboards, and presentations to leadership and other departments.
- Build strong relationships with IT, DevOps, and business units to ensure alignment on security objectives.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience securing AWS cloud environments; strong knowledge of AWS security services and best practices.
- 10+ years working in a Security Operations Center, with hands-on experience in threat detection, analysis, and incident response.
- 3+ years managing a team of technical security specialists
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms, EDR solutions, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and log analysis tools.
- Experience automating security processes using Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages.
- Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security Specialty, CISSP, GCIH, or GCED are preferred.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities
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Hard Skills & Tools
AWScloud securityPythonBashTerraformCloudFormationSIEMEDRIDSIPS
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringcollaborationcommunicationincident responseanalysisproblem-solvingteam managementprocess improvementreporting
Certifications
AWS Certified Security SpecialtyCISSPGCIHGCED