Corporate Security Operations Center, Principal

Your Role

The Corporate Security team is seeking an experienced Security Operations and Intelligence Consultant to enhance our security operations and threat intelligence capabilities. This strategic role requires deep expertise in Security Operations Centers (SOC), threat detection, and intelligence analysis. As a trusted advisor and strategic partner, you will guide the evolution of SOC functions, threat response strategies, and operational resilience across complex hybrid environments. Your work will ensure alignment with regulatory standards, industry best practices, and the protection of Blue Shield of California's people, assets, and operations. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Security, you will lead improvement initiatives, employee training, vendor management, and budget planning. You will also collaborate cross-functionally to assess and optimize SOC capabilities, drive threat hunting and intelligence programs, and support the development of scalable, automated security operations. Your insights will directly shape our defense against advanced threats and the protection of critical infrastructure.

Your Knowledge and Experience

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, Security and Risk Analysis or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Requires 10 years of working in corporate security, intelligence, or security operations
• Proven experience managing or supporting a Security Operations Center (SOC)
• Strong analytical skills and experience with threat intelligence platforms and methodologies
• Flexibility to work non-traditional schedules, including holidays, nights, and some weekends, to adapt to the company's operations
• Familiarity with physical security systems (e.g., CCURE, VMS, intrusion detection)
• Familiarity with intelligence aggregator and mass communications software (e.g., Dataminr, Everbridge, AlertMedia, Horizon, Miir3)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence across departments
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work autonomously, and navigate ambiguity effectively
• Certifications such as CPP, PSP, CISSP, or GCTI are a plus