Security Operations Engineering Manager

As a Security Operations Engineering Manager at Webflow, your primary responsibilities include collaborating with the infrastructure engineering team to secure AWS deployments, managing various security disciplines such as incident response and vulnerability management, and supporting the DevOps engineers. You will also lead a team focused on security initiatives, ensuring that we uphold the highest standards while fostering a culture of security awareness across the organization.

To qualify for the Security Operations Engineering Manager position at Webflow, candidates should possess at least four years of management experience specifically in security operations. Strong expertise in areas like Security DevOps, vulnerability management, and incident response is crucial. Additionally, collaborative and communication skills, analytical abilities, and proficiency in process improvement will make you an ideal fit for the team.

A typical workday for a Security Operations Engineering Manager at Webflow involves a blend of strategic planning and hands-on execution. You’ll begin with meetings to align with infrastructure teams and engineering leadership, followed by time dedicated to overseeing security initiatives and guiding team members. Continual learning and adaptation to emerging security threats are also key, as you’ll analyze data to inform decision-making and improve processes.

Webflow is committed to professional development and provides various avenues for Security Operations Engineering Managers to grow. You can pursue passion projects during work hours, access internal learning programs, and benefit from professional career coaching. Plus, we offer stipends for health and wellness to support your overall well-being and effectiveness in the role.

In the role of Security Operations Engineering Manager at Webflow, you will use a variety of tools and technologies related to cloud security, vulnerability scanning, incident management, and data analysis. Familiarity with AWS security features and tools is essential, alongside experience with incident response platforms and reporting software to monitor and enhance security operations effectively.

In discussing your experience managing security operations, focus on specific incidents or projects where you effectively led teams through challenges. Highlight any frameworks you've implemented, such as SOC2, and emphasize how you fostered a culture of security while balancing operational needs.

When prioritizing security tasks, outline your method for assessing risks and impacts. Discuss how you align security priorities with business objectives and emphasize the importance of communication with stakeholders to manage expectations effectively.

In answering this question, share a structured approach you adopt for incident response. Discuss the components of your plan, such as identifying critical events, containment procedures, and post-incident reviews to improve future responses.

Ensure to highlight specific communication channels and collaboration methods you utilize. Share examples of successful projects that required input from various departments, emphasizing how you engaged and facilitated discussions to reach common goals.

For vulnerability management, describe your systematic approach, including regularly scheduled assessments, prioritization based on risk impact, and remediation strategies. Discuss any tools you've used for vulnerability assessment and tracking.

Detail your proactive communication strategy in addressing such issues. Explain how you'd approach the team member to understand their perspective, reinforce the importance of adherence, and potentially provide additional training or resources to support compliance.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to frame your response. Describe the project's context, your leadership role, the actions you took to drive success, and the positive outcomes it produced for the organization.

In answering this, mention key metrics such as the number of vulnerabilities remediated, the time taken to respond to incidents, and user compliance rates with security protocols. Explain how these metrics impact decision-making and help refine security strategies.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning through attending conferences, participating in webinars, following industry news, or engaging in professional communities. Highlight specific resources or methods you find most effective for staying informed.

Convey your alignment with Webflow’s mission and values. Mention specific aspects of the role that excite you, such as the opportunity to impact security posture while being innovative. Your passion for security and desire to contribute to a team that thrives on collaboration should also shine through.