Cybersecurity Engineer (Identity and Access Management / Automation) Req# 8404

MFM Jobs; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing corporation is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer to enhance information security. The role involves managing Identity and Access Management (IAM), developing automation scripts, and planning enterprise security solutions. Candidates should have a minimum of five years of experience in IAM and automation, along with a Bachelor's in Information Technology or a related field.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• 5+ years of experience in automation development using Python and Bash.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead Identity and Access Management initiatives.
• Develop and implement automation scripts.
• Plan and design enterprise security solutions.

Skills

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Automation development with Python

Linux environments

Windows environments

Risk management practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Bash

Python

Job description

Founded in 2014, MAC FACE began as a business development and marketing company and evolved in 2018 into a staffing corporation proudly serving both government and enterprise clients nationwide. Operating within the employment industry, we live by our motto, “Soaring Beyond the Limits,” delivering results with speed, precision, and professionalism. More than connecting candidates to opportunities, we provide lasting value and impact. As the industry evolves, we remain committed to innovation, integrity, and excellence—powering people, driving business, and making a difference.

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Daily Duties / Responsibilities:

The Cybersecurity Engineer will play a key role in strengthening the state’s information security posture through effective identity and access management, automation, and enterprise-level protection strategies. This role will focus on theplanning, development, implementation, and managementof integrated security solutions that protect state systems, data, and infrastructure. Key Responsibilities:

• LeadIdentity and Access Management (IAM)initiatives to ensure proper implementation, configuration, and maintenance ofSingle Sign-On (SSO),Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA),Active Directory, and related enterprise applications.
• Develop and implementautomation scripts and integrationsusing tools such asPython and Bashto streamline and enhance enterprise security and IT operations.
• Plan, design, and implemententerprise security solutionsaligned with organizational goals, compliance requirements, and risk tolerance levels.
• Design, deploy, and managecountermeasures to known security threats, and develop proactive strategies to mitigate emerging risks to enterprise data, networks, and associated services.
• Validate and ensureconsistent application of security controls and protective measuresacross enterprise systems, infrastructure, and business applications.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents and vulnerabilities.
• Support continuous improvement insecurity automation, access control, and compliance validationprocesses.
• Provide technical input and recommendations forsecurity policies, standards, and best practicesthat protect state data and technology services.

Required Skills:

• Minimumfive (5) years of experiencewithIdentity and Access Management (IAM), including access control, logging, and reporting systems.
• Minimumfive (5) years of experienceinautomation developmentusing scripting tools such asPythonandBash.
• Strong understanding ofcybersecurity principles, awareness, and risk management practices.
• Minimumfive (5) years of experiencewithLinux and Windows environments, including network security protocols, authentication, and authorization mechanisms.
• Minimumfive (5) years of experiencesupportinglarge-scale IT environments or enterprise system deployments.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience withSecurity Information and Event Management (SIEM)tools, including analysis and reporting.
• Working knowledge ofsecurity frameworks and compliance standards, such asNIST, CSF, CJIS, IRS 1075, and CMS MARS-E.
• Experience inApplication Security (AppSec), including vulnerability scanning and secure coding practices.

Required Education / Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree inInformation Technology, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• In lieu of a degree,eight (8) years of relevant work experiencemay be substituted.

Preferred Education / Certifications:

• Advanced security certifications such asCISSP, CISA, or CISO(or equivalent).
• Additional relevant certifications, includingCEH, OSCP, or GPEN.
• Vendor-specific certifications inSIEM, logging, or security technologies.

Interview Process:

• Initial Interview:Conducted viaMicrosoft Teams (camera on).
• Final Interview:In-personinterviews preferred before final candidate selection.
• Scheduling:Interviews will be scheduledas soon as possibleafter posting closure and review of submitted resumes.