The State of South Carolina is looking for a Security Architect - Consultant (Cybersecurity Engineer) 

Why is this position open: New position - this resource will serve as a Security Engineer within the Division of Information Security. 

Will close to submissions on 05/01 at 5:00PM EST.

Interview Process: 1 round, Virtual/Online - potential for a 2nd round onsite as needed

Duration of the Contract: 12 months

Possibility for Extension: Yes

Work Location: Fully Remote

Candidate Location: No SC residency required. Open to nationwide candidates. 

Full job description attached & required/preferred skills are stated below. 

Security Operations Specialist – Requirement Summary

✅ Core Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT / Information Security (or equivalent 8+ years of cybersecurity experience)
• 5+ years of experience in:
  • Implementing and supporting enterprise security tools such as:
    • SIEM, CRIBL, XDR
    • Vulnerability Management, DLP, Endpoint Security
  • Supporting large-scale IT environments and system deployments
  • Developing automation and integrations using scripting languages like Python and Bash

⭐ Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: CISSP or Security+
• Strong experience in:
  • SIEM administration, analysis, and reporting
  • Building and deploying Linux-based security sensors
• Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks:
  • NIST CSF, CJIS, IRS 1075, CMS MARS-E