Network Concepts SIEM PowerShell Analyst

COOLSOFT; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

The DMV Security Team in Blythewood, SC is seeking an entry-level Security Analyst to support threat intelligence, threat hunting, and log analysis. You will build detection rules for SIEM and Defender for Endpoint, working onsite as part of a security-focused team.

This 12-month contract role is fully onsite with weekend evening shifts and NDA/pre-employment checks required. Start date 11/16/2026; DOE compensation and potential extension.

Qualifications

• Entry-level security role focusing on SIEM and PowerShell scripting.
• Experience with IT security services and network concepts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Threat intelligence research and documentation of findings.
• Threat hunting and detection rule creation in SIEM environments.
• Log analysis of firewalls, endpoints, and servers to identify indicators of compromise.
• Collaboration with senior analysts to refine detection rules and improve security playbooks.

Skills

Network Concepts

IT Security Services

SIEM

PowerShell

Job description

Network Concepts SIEM PowerShell Analyst

(Jobs in Blythewood, SC)

Requirement id 159244

Job title Analyst

Job location in Blythewood, SC

Skills required Network Concepts, IT Security Services, SIEM, PowerShell

Open Date 02-Oct-2026

Close Date

Job type Contract

Duration 12 Months

Compensation DOE

Status requirement ---

Job interview type ---

Email Recruiter:coolsoft

Job Description Analyst: Network Concepts, IT Security Services, SIEM, PowerShell

Start date: 11/16/2026

End Date : 12 Months from projected start date

Submission deadline: 10/9/2026 5:00:00 PM

Client Info: SCDMV

Note:

Interview Process: 1-2 Rounds of Virtual or Onsite Interviews. Candidates are expected to be available for onsite interviews.

Availability for Saturday and Sunday Evening shifts are required as they will be part of the selected resources schedule after training. This is mandatory.

Duration: 1 Year Possibility of Extension? Yes

Position: Security Analyst - Entry

Pre-employment Checks (drug, credit, criminal, motor vehicle)? Criminal, Credit, must be willing to sign NDA before interview.

Work Location: Fully Onsite - NO flexibility for hybrid or remote work

Candidate location: Candidate must be a CURRENT SC resident. No relocation allowed.

Availability for Saturday and Sunday Evening shifts are required as they will be part of the selected resources schedule after training. This is mandatory. Candidate must be willing to sign an NDA if they are selected to interview.

Working Schedule: Saturday and Sunday evening coverage likely to be 8:00PM-8:00AM (2 12-Hour Shifts) with dayshifts Wednesday and Thursday (8:30 AM - 2:45 PM)

Description

Please ensure you attach the SC Cover Sheet (attached), a valid Right to Represent, and the candidates resume with full legal first name, and last name. Posting attachments should be named as Attachment Name, Posting ID, LastName_FirstName. Ex: Resume_1234_Last_First, RTR_1234_Last_First, Coversheet_1234_Last_First

Withdrawn candidates will not be permitted to be replaced. If you would like to use a sub vendor, only 1 level deep, please submit the Sub Vendor usage form.

Company / Department culture (why do you enjoy working for the company – selling points for potential candidates):

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) prioritizes secure and efficient IT systems to ensure the integrity of motor vehicle licensing and titling data. We cultivate a security-focused culture, guided by our core values of competence, commitment, and courtesy, where IT professionals play a vital role in protecting sensitive information and upholding public trust.

Why is this position open (new role, increased workload, new dept, resignation, promotion)?:

New position. Expansion of security team and workload.

Scope of the project:

Enhance the security posture of the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) to protect sensitive citizen data and ensure the integrity of motor vehicle licensing and titling systems.

Daily Duties / Responsibilities:

The DMV Security Team is looking for candidates to fill an entry level security position. The DMV will train the selected candidate to perform the tasks listed below. At a minimum We are looking for basic server or network administration skills that we can build upon.

Threat Intelligence Research

• Monitor and analyze threat intelligence feeds to identify emerging threats relevant to the organization.
• Document findings, such as new attack methods or vulnerabilities, and share with the team.
• Use open-source intelligence (OSINT) tools to gather data on potential risks and adversaries.

Threat Hunting and Detection Rule Creation

• Conduct proactive searches for suspicious behavior in network and endpoint activity using provided tools and playbooks.
• Utilize threat feeds, investigate suspicious activity, and stay current on cyber threats.
• Collaborate with senior analysts to refine and test detection rules (e.g., SIEM queries or Defender for Endpoint rules).
• Document hunting methodologies and findings to support continuous improvement.

Log Analysis

• Review and interpret logs from firewalls, endpoints, and servers to identify indicators of compromise (IO

Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 159244 while calling.

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