Security Team Lead (Technical & Compliance)

About the role

The Security Team Lead is a hands‑on technical role responsible for leading day‑to‑day security operations, guiding our Security Analysts, and driving Digacore's compliance initiatives (HIPAA, SOC 2, cyber‑insurance requirements, and related frameworks). You will work closely with clients to improve their security posture while mentoring the internal team.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day technical direction and hands‑on support to Security Analysts, working incidents and investigations directly alongside them.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex security incidents and high‑risk situations.
• Own and drive compliance initiatives including HIPAA, SOC 2, cyber‑insurance requirements – handling audits, documentation, and remediation tracking.
• Conduct security assessments and help clients identify opportunities to reduce risk and improve security posture.
• Advise clients on cybersecurity best practices, compliance requirements, and security strategy.
• Own and optimize security platforms such as Microsoft Defender, Entra ID, Huntress, email security, vulnerability management, and related tools.
• Drive root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement after security events.
• Improve security processes, documentation standards, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with Account Managers and leadership on security improvement opportunities.
• Mentor and guide Security Analysts on technical growth through day‑to‑day coaching.

Required profile

• 4+ years of hands‑on cybersecurity experience in an MSP, MSSP, healthcare, regulated industry, or similar environment.
• Direct experience supporting compliance programs such as HIPAA, SOC 2, or cyber‑insurance requirements, including audits, evidence gathering, and remediation.
• Strong technical depth in Microsoft security technologies, identity management, endpoint security, and incident response.
• Comfortable being the senior technical hand on deck, not just directing others.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and security reviews.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain security and compliance concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong documentation habits and a process‑oriented mindset.
• Willingness and ability to work full‑time on‑site at our office.

Required skills

• Microsoft Defender
• Entra ID
• Huntress
• Email security solutions
• Vulnerability management tools
• Microsoft security technologies
• Identity management
• Endpoint security
• Incident response

What we offer

• Nationwide medical, dental, life, and LTD insurance (company covers LTD and life 100%).
• Generous PTO plus Mental Health Days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• HSA & FSA options.
• Paid training and certification assistance.
• $500 sign‑on bonus.
• Quarterly team events and career coaching.
• Veterans are encouraged to apply.