Role: Cyber Security Engineer
Location: Columbia, SC (Remote)
Duration: 12+ months
Job Description:
SCOPE OF THE PROJECT:
This position will serve as a security engineer within the Division of Information Security and will assist full-time security architects and engineering staff with the implementation, integration and operationalization of enterprise security technologies and programs.
The contractor will provide hands-on technical support across multiple security disciplines, including but not limited to SIEM, XDR, vulnerability management, data loss prevention (DLP), security awareness, endpoint and LINUX sensor deployment, and security automation initiatives. The role requires experience in information security architecture and solution design to support the strategic planning, design, implementation and continuous improvement of secure systems and services.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in an information technology or information security related field
- Eight years of relevant work experience may be substituted in lieu of education
- Five years of experience in supporting large it environments and/or system deployments
- 5+ years of experience implementing and supporting enterprise security tools (SIEM, CRIBL, XDR, vulnerability management, DLP, endpoint security).
- 5+ years of experience developing automation and integrations using scripting languages such as python and bash.
PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
- Hands-on SIEM administration, analysis, and reporting experience.
- Experience building and deploying Linux-based security sensors.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST CSF, CJIS, IRS 1075, AND CMS MARS-E.
- Resources local to Columbia, SC or a surrounding city in South Carolina.
PREFERRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
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