IT Security Ops Manager
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Job description
We are seeking an IT Security Ops Manager to lead the strategy, deployment, and operations of endpoint security technologies across the enterprise. This role owns the endpoint security toolset end-to-end - from architecture and implementation to daily operations and continuous improvement - while managing a team of engineers and partnering closely with SOC, IT, and infrastructure teams. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with people and program management, ensuring endpoints are protected against modern threats while maintaining usability and business productivity.
Endpoint Security & Tools Ownership
Own and manage enterprise endpoint security platforms including EDR/XDR, endpoint protection, device control, DLP and endpoint privilege management agents.
Lead the design, deployment, configuration, and optimization of endpoint security tools across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments.
Ensure endpoint security tools integrate effectively with SIEM, SOAR, SOC workflows, and identity platforms.
Define endpoint hardening standards, baselines, and security policies.
Operations & Incident Response
Oversee endpoint-related security incidents, investigations, and remediation efforts.
Partner with SOC teams to improve detection, response, and automation related to endpoint threats.
Manage tool health, agent performance, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement following incidents.
People & Program Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of endpoint security engineers.
Prioritize work, manage roadmaps, and track delivery of endpoint security initiatives.
Establish operational processes, documentation, and KPIs for endpoint security tooling.
Manage vendor relationships, licensing, and renewals.
Strategy & Stakeholder Collaboration
Define the security agents roadmapaligned with Zero Trust and defense-in-depth strategies.
Partner with Cybersecurity, IT operations, desktop engineering, IAM, and compliance teams to balance security and user experience.
Evaluate new endpoint security technologies and lead POCs and rollouts.
Requirements
Experience integrating endpoint tools with SIEM/SOARplatforms (Elastic, Google SecOps, etc.).
Familiarity with MDM/MAMsolutions (Intune, JAMF, Workspace ONE).
Experience in regulated or large enterprise environments.
Certifications such as CISSP, GCED, GCIA, SentinelOne, Proofpoint, or CyberArk certifications.
Minimum Qualifications Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
10+ years of experience in endpoint security or endpoint engineering, with 4+ years in a lead or management role.
Strong hands-on experience with one or more endpoint security platforms such as:
EDR : SentinelOne, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Carbon Black
DLP: Forcepoint, Proofpoint and Digital Guardian
EPM: CyberArk, Beyond Trust
Experience managing enterprise endpoint environments (Windows/macOS; Linux a plus).
Solid understanding of endpoint attack techniques and MITRE ATT&CK.
Benefits & conditions
Base Pay Range: $114,100.00 - $194,000.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA
KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.