Manager, Security Analysis (SOC)

Description

Hi, We’re AppFolio

We’re innovators, changemakers, and collaborators. We’re more than just a software company – we’re pioneers in cloud and AI who deliver magical experiences that make our customers’ lives easier. We’re revolutionizing how people do business in the real estate industry, and we want your ideas, enthusiasm, and passion to help us keep innovating.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Manager of Security Analysis (SOC) to lead our team of cybersecurity professionals focused on identifying, analyzing, and responding to security threats and incidents. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of SIEM technologies, Analytical process, network and system security, a passion for threat hunting, and the ability to lead a team in a high-pressure, fast-paced SaaS environment. This role will work closely with other security functions, IT departments, and external partners to ensure the organization’s defenses remain strong and responsive to emerging threats.

Your Impact:

• Team Leadership: Manage and lead the Security Intrusion Analysis team, including recruitment, performance management, training, and career development.
• Incident Response: Oversee the detection, analysis, and response to security incidents such as attempted intrusions, malware infections, and unauthorized access attempts.
• Threat Analysis: Develop proactive threat-hunting capabilities and ensure that potential threats are identified and mitigated before they can cause harm.
• Process Optimization: Develop and improve intrusion detection and analysis methodologies, leveraging critical thinking and new tools and technologies to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other cybersecurity teams to ensure holistic protection strategies.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on incidents and security posture metrics for senior management, providing actionable insights and recommendations for risk mitigation.
• Technology Management: Oversee the use and tuning of security monitoring tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, etc.) to detect and analyze intrusions.
• Security Policy Enforcement: Ensure the team adheres to established security protocols and assists in developing new security policies and standards.
• Communication: Serve as a key point of contact during security incidents, coordinating efforts across multiple teams and external stakeholders to contain threats quickly.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up to date on the latest intrusion techniques, attack vectors, and security best practices, and implement relevant updates to processes and tools.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years in a management or team lead position.
• Hands-on experience in security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) and advanced knowledge of intrusion detection and analysis techniques.
• Strong understanding of network security, firewalls, VPNs, and encryption technologies.
• Hands-on experience with incident response, threat hunting, and malware analysis.
• Familiarity with industry regulations and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, or PCI-DSS.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, GIAC, CISM, or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  
  
  

Must have:

• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively in a high-stress environment.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Collaborative mindset with an ability to build effective relationships across teams and departments.
• Proactive and results-oriented approach to problem-solving.
  
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary/hourly wage that we reasonably expect to pay for this role is: $138,000-$173,000

The actual base salary/hourly wage for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s skills, education, experience, etc.

Please note that base pay is one important aspect of a compelling Total Rewards package. The base pay range indicated here does not include any additional benefits or bonuses/commissions that you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type.

Regular full-time employees are eligible for benefits - see here.

Why AppFolio

Grow | We enable a culture of high performance, where delivering results is recognized by opportunities for growth and compelling total rewards. Our challenging and meaningful work drive the growth of our business, and ourselves.

Learn | We partner with you to realize your potential by investing in you from the start. We're cultivating a team of big thinkers through coaching and mentorship with our best-in-class leaders, and giving you the time and tools to develop your skills.

Impact | We are creating a world where living in, investing in, managing, and supporting communities feels magical and effortless, freeing people to thrive. We do this by innovating with purpose while cultivating a culture of impact. We learn as much from each other as we do our customers and our communities.

Connect | We excel at hybrid work by fostering an environment that feels flexible, personal and connected, no matter where we are. We create space to fuel innovation and collaboration, and we come together to celebrate, connect, and succeed.

Paddle as One.

Learn more at appfolio.com/company/careers

Statement of Equal Opportunity

At AppFolio, we value diversity in backgrounds and perspectives and depend on it to drive our innovative culture. That’s why we’re a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we believe that our products, our teams, and our business are stronger because of it. This means that no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or veteran status, you’re always welcome at AppFolio.