Director of Security Operations

Job Description

Advance Auto Parts is seeking a seasoned and strategic Director of Security Operations to lead the operational arm of our Information Security program. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution of security operations, including threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and security monitoring across the enterprise. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to managing cyber events in a dynamic retail environment. The key responsibilities of the role include:

This position is 4 days in office, 1 day remote per week, based at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina (North Hills) 

Security Operations Leadership

• Lead and manage the Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, and incident response capabilities.
• Oversee the development and execution of operational security processes, playbooks, and escalation procedures.

Threat & Incident Management

• Direct the incident response program, including investigation, containment, remediation, and post-incident reviews.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to manage and mitigate security threats.

Vulnerability & Risk Management

• Own the vulnerability management lifecycle, including scanning, prioritization, remediation tracking, and reporting.
• Partner with infrastructure and application teams to ensure timely resolution of security findings.

Identity & Access Management (IAM)

• Own the IAM strategy and roadmap, including identity lifecycle management, access provisioning, and de-provisioning.
• Define and enforce access scopes using RBAC and ABAC models to ensure least privilege and separation of duties.
• Oversee IAM platforms (e.g., Okta, Azure AD, SailPoint) and ensure integration with enterprise systems and cloud environments.
• Lead periodic access reviews, certification campaigns, and compliance reporting.

Monitoring & Analytics

• Implement and optimize security monitoring tools and SIEM platforms to improve visibility and response times.
• Develop metrics and dashboards to measure operational effectiveness and risk posture.

Team Development & Collaboration

• Build and mentor a high-performing security operations team.
• Foster collaboration across IT, compliance, legal, and business units to align security operations with enterprise goals.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and best practices.
• Drive innovation and automation in security operations to improve efficiency and scalability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with 5+ years in a leadership role focused on security operations.
• Proven experience managing SOCs, incident response, vulnerability management programs, and IAM programs.
• Strong understanding of SIEM, EDR, threat intelligence, forensic tools, IAM platforms, and access governance models.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Deep technical knowledge of security operations and IAM tools.
• Ability to manage high-pressure situations and complex incidents.
• Experience in regulated environments and compliance frameworks.

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