Cyber Systems Operations Specialists Jobs

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Cyber Systems Operations Specialists are at the frontline of protecting enterprise assets, blending real‑time monitoring with AI‑driven threat detection. The surge in ransomware, supply‑chain attacks, and zero‑day exploits has pushed organizations to double down on SOC capabilities, making these roles more critical and competitive than ever.

Within the field, specialists split into focused tracks: SOC Analyst (Tier 1‑2), Incident Responder, Threat Hunter, Security Automation Engineer, and Digital Forensics Analyst. Typical day‑to‑day duties include ingesting SIEM alerts, orchestrating SOAR playbooks, hunting for stealthy adversaries, automating response workflows, or dissecting compromised systems to recover evidence.

Because compensation hinges on tool proficiency, shift patterns, and certification levels, salary transparency is essential. Open pay data lets specialists benchmark against peers, negotiate fair packages, and plan skill investments that align with market demand.

Senior Data Engineer - ML Platform

Company: Reddit

Location: USA

Posted Nov 13, 2025

The Machine Learning Platform team at Reddit is a high-impact team that owns the infrastructure powering recommendations, content discovery, and user/content quantification. They are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to lead development of data pipelines and workflows for large-scale ML models, ensuring data is optimized for storage and use according to business and technical requirements.

Staff Software Engineer - Data Platform

Company: Visa

Location: Brazil

Posted Nov 13, 2025

Pismo is a technology company founded in 2016 that provides a comprehensive processing platform for banking card issuing and financial market infrastructure. They joined Visa in 2024 and leverage Visa's solutions to help large banks, marketplaces, and fintech companies migrate from legacy systems to more advanced technology. Pismo's cloud-based platform enables firms to build and launch financial products rapidly while maintaining high security and availability standards.

Sr. Director - Growth Strategy

Company: iHerb

Location: USA

Posted Nov 13, 2025

iHerb is seeking a US market leader to establish a strong brand presence in the competitive yet rewarding US health and wellness market. The role requires a full-stack marketer with entrepreneurial spirit, cross-functional leadership skills, and deep experience in ecommerce growth and operations. The position offers a competitive pay scale and comprehensive benefits package.

Intermediate Site Reliability Engineer - Environment Automation

Company: GitLab

Location: EMEA

Posted Nov 13, 2025

The role of a Site Reliability Engineer at GitLab involves keeping user-facing services and production systems running smoothly by combining software engineering with infrastructure expertise. The ideal candidate should be comfortable debugging Go applications, designing scalable Terraform automation, and automating the lifecycle of many tenant environments. The role focuses on automating the provisioning, configuration, and management of GitLab environments using Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes.

Senior Product Manager

Company: MariaDB plc

Location: Romania

Posted Nov 13, 2025

MariaDB is a widely used database platform powering applications for companies of all sizes, including 75% of the Fortune 500. The company is seeking a technical and customer-focused Product Manager to drive the strategy and execution for their distributed database engine, AI capabilities, and high-availability solutions. The role involves collaborating with engineering, open-source communities, and various stakeholders to contribute to the product roadmap and empower organizations to build resilient, high-performance applications.

Quality Assurance (QA) Tester

Company: Guidehouse

Location: USA

Posted Nov 13, 2025

Guidehouse Quality Assurance Testers play a crucial role in ensuring software quality across client engagements. They collaborate with development and business teams, design and execute test plans, and apply automation testing techniques. The position requires a bachelor's degree, 3+ years of testing experience, and familiarity with Agile/Scrum environments. Guidehouse offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Marketing Data Assistant

Company: GrowthAssistant

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 13, 2025

GrowthAssistant is seeking a detail-oriented Marketing Data Assistant to support a US-based client in organizing and maintaining marketing performance data and dashboards. The role involves updating and maintaining dashboards in Google Sheets, pulling data from affiliate platforms, and ensuring accurate reporting. The ideal candidate should have excellent Google Sheets skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced remote environment.

Senior Manager - Development Operations and Research

Company: Empower Project

Location: USA

Posted Nov 13, 2025

The Senior Development Operations Manager is a key role responsible for building and maintaining operational systems, processes, and tools to drive successful fundraising. The role involves overseeing donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship systems, managing gift processing and finance liaison tasks, ensuring data integrity and reporting, and collaborating cross-functionally. The position is fully remote with occasional travel and requires strong skills in research, data analysis, and project management.

Senior Software Engineer - Full-stack - Growth Product

Company: Kraken

Location: USA

Posted Nov 13, 2025

Kraken is a mission-focused crypto company with a world-class team dedicated to accelerating global adoption of crypto for financial freedom and inclusion. They offer premium products, prioritize security, education, and client support, and operate as a fully remote company with a diverse global team.

Senior Product Manager

Company: MariaDB plc

Location: Serbia

Posted Nov 13, 2025

MariaDB is making a significant impact globally, powering everyday applications and serving major enterprises. The role involves leading product strategy for distributed databases and high-availability solutions, with opportunities to collaborate with open-source communities and cloud providers.

Sr. Manager, Sales - PubSec

Company: Twilio

Location: USA

Posted Nov 13, 2025

The job posting is for a Senior Manager in Public Sector Sales at Twilio, focusing on growing the company's public sector business in North America. The role involves leading a sales team, developing account strategies, and collaborating with various teams to achieve revenue and social impact goals. The position requires extensive experience in strategic solution selling, public sector roles, and a consultative approach to sales.

Director of Development Operations and Communications

Company: Empower Project

Location: USA

Posted Nov 13, 2025

The Director of Development Operations and Communications role is responsible for executing fundraising, donor communication, and stewardship strategies. The position involves identifying and cultivating donors, planning fundraising events, working cross-functionally with program teams, and tracking activities in the CRM database. Desired qualifications include fundraising experience, knowledge of fundraising nuances, strong relationship-building skills, and proficiency with CRM systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for Cyber Systems Operations Specialists?
Entry‑level SOC Analysts can expect $55,000–$70,000 annually, mid‑level analysts $70,000–$90,000, senior incident responders $90,000–$120,000, and lead threat hunters or security operations managers $120,000–$160,000, depending on region and on‑call expectations.
Which skills and certifications are required for these roles?
Core skills include SIEM administration (Splunk, ArcSight), SOAR platform use (Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, IBM Resilient), scripting (Python, PowerShell), threat hunting techniques, and network forensics. Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, GIAC GCIH, CISSP, CEH, and SANS SEC400 are highly valued.
Is remote work common for Cyber Systems Operations Specialists?
Many SOC and incident‑response positions offer fully remote or hybrid arrangements, but they often require a 24/7 on‑call rotation, so candidates should be prepared for shift work, weekend coverage, and rapid response to global threats.
What career progression paths exist within this field?
Typical growth moves from SOC Analyst to Senior SOC Analyst, then to Lead Incident Responder or Threat Hunting Manager, and eventually to Director of Security Operations or Chief Information Security Officer, each step demanding deeper technical expertise and leadership skills.
What industry trends are shaping the future of Cyber Systems Operations Specialists?
AI/ML‑powered detection, automated playbook orchestration, cloud‑native security operations, integration of DevSecOps practices, and heightened focus on supply‑chain and third‑party risk monitoring are redefining both the tools and tactics used by specialists.

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