Cloud Security Analyst

Columbia, SC, US • Posted 8 hours ago • Updated 7 hours ago

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Job Title: Cloud Security Analyst
Location: Columbia, SC
Job Type: Direct Perm / Salaried
Contractor Work Model: Onsite

Position Summary
We are seeking a Security Analyst to strengthen and protect cloud security operations within a complex enterprise environment. This role focuses on monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management, with hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure.

You’ll join a team that delivers mission-critical solutions for government clients, helping public sector organizations stay ahead of emerging cyber threats. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-impact cloud security projects in a collaborative, mission-driven environment while advancing your technical skills and career.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor, detect, and respond to security events in cloud environments
Perform threat analysis, risk assessments, and vulnerability testing
Conduct penetration testing on Azure infrastructure and applications
Provide guidance for cloud and hybrid architecture security
Support continuous monitoring and incident response processes
Investigate and remediate security incidents and compliance issues
Serve as the security point of contact for cloud infrastructure
Collaborate with stakeholders to implement secure cloud environments
Create and maintain documentation, security artifacts, and penetration test results
Perform security posture assessments using Azure tools like Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Azure Security Center
Update controls to address emerging threats
Communicate security status and project updates to leadership
Promote cloud security awareness across the organization

Required Qualifications
Education & Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
CompTIA Cloud+ or relevant network/security certification

Experience & Technical Skills:

5+ years in cyber threat monitoring, detection, response, and incident handling
5+ years IT experience with Windows, Linux, cloud technologies, or web applications
Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and cloud-specific attack vectors
Vulnerability management and remediation experience in cloud environments
Hands-on experience with penetration testing tools: Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Kali Linux

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years with cloud platforms: Azure preferred; AWS/GCP a plus
Experience with Prisma Cloud, Dome9, or similar cloud security tools
Knowledge of cloud governance tools, CASBs, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Experience designing/deploying inspection architectures in cloud environments
Full-stack deployment experience

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Dice Id: 10295162
Position Id: 346679
Posted 8 hours ago

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About System One

System One is a leading provider of specialized, highly technical outsourced services, workforce solutions, staffing, and recruiting to critical infrastructure, technology, life sciences, and government sectors As an essential partner to private and public organizations of various needs and sizes, we offer our expertise to help them bring their most complex and mission-critical programs to fruition.

With our highly specialized services, in-demand technical skills, and vast operational expertise, we can deliver accelerated results that benefit our clients and the job seekers who partner with us. We staff contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire professionals across our network to work with our clients, some of whom are industry leaders and nationally branded organizations.

Our dedicated team of recruiters work tirelessly to match jobseekers with careers that align with their skills, aspirations, and goals.

We understand that finding the right job can be a transformative experience, and we are committed to supporting jobseekers throughout their career journeys. Our recruitment services are designed to connect individuals with fulfilling jobs that offer growth and development opportunities.

Whether you're an organization seeking customized workforce solutions, outsourced services, or if you're a jobseeker searching for your next opportunity,

System One is the perfect staffing partner for you.

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