Security Analyst - Consultant

MFM Jobs; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in South Carolina is seeking a Security Analyst – Consultant to develop and manage security across various IT functional areas. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in networking, databases, and systems operations, along with 7+ years of experience. Responsibilities include developing security policies, preparing reports, and educating staff about security procedures. This position offers an opportunity to play a crucial role in shaping security strategies.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge in networking, databases, systems, and/or Web operations.
• 7+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage security for IT functional areas.
• Prepare status reports on security matters.
• Educate IT and business staff about security policies.

Skills

Networking knowledge

Databases expertise

Security administration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related area

Job description

» » Security Analyst – ConsultantLocationSouth Carolina, Columbia### Description**Job Description:**Develops and manages security for more than one IT functional area (e.g., data, systems, network and/or Web) across the enterprise. Assists in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures (e.g., user log-on and authentication rules, security breach escalation procedures, security auditing procedures and use of firewalls and encryption routines).-Prepares status reports on security matters to develop security risk analysis scenarios and response procedures.-Responsible for the tracking and monitoring of software viruses.-Enforces security policies and procedures by administering and monitoring security profiles, reviews security violation reports and investigates possible security exceptions, updates, and maintains and documents security controls.-Involved in the evaluation of products and/or procedures to enhance productivity and effectiveness. Provides direct support to the business and IT staff for security related issues.-Educates IT and the business about security policies and consults on security issues regarding user built/managed systems.-Represents the security needs of the organization by providing expertise and assistance in all IT projects with regard to security issues.**Requirements:**-Must have extensive knowledge in networking, databases, systems and/or Web operations.-More junior level position primarily focuses on security administration; a more senior level position is involved in developing enterprise security strategies, management of security projects and the most complicated security issues.-May require a bachelor's or master's degree in a related area-7+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.