Sr. Manager, Security Operations and Identify Management

Job Description

About Us Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world. Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it s powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you re a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you ll find your place at Avient. Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough! Job Summary The Senior Manager of Security Operations and Identity Management is responsible for 24x7 security monitoring and the administration of identity management processes. This role includes overseeing the architectural design, deployment, execution, and optimization of solutions in alignment with risk requirements and compliance obligations. Essential Functions Ensure that SIEM and SOAR environments are fit for purpose and continually enhanced to cover known and emerging MITRE ATT&CK techniques Manage the global SOC team responsible for 24x7 alerting, triage, investigation and Incident Response. Monitor and improve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Track SOC Maturity and partner with CISO to establish road map for growing SOC capabilities and automation Manage the Cyber Threat Intelligence program Oversee forensics, litigation support, and e-discovery capabilities in support of requests from Legal Lead the team responsible for identity lifecycle functions, identifying and implementing best practices to automate repetitive processes Oversee IAM architecture design, deployment and delivery of capabilities to achieve target levels of cyber maturity and efficiency, working with vendors, partners and other 3rd parties Ensure compliance with required regulations and frameworks across all divisions and markets, driving timely remediation of any IAM deficiencies Other duties as assigned Additional Qualifications Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GSEC, etc) Experience with modern cloud detection and response tools and processes Operational Technology (OT) experience