Security Analyst - Consultant - 26-01266

Datasoft Technologies, Inc.; Columbia (SC); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

DataSoft Technologies, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Network Security Analyst to join the Office of Cybersecurity. The role focuses on day-to-day security operations, monitoring, and collaboration with leadership to protect SC agencies.

On-site in Columbia, SC with a 12-month contract and extension possibility. The candidate will work with SIEM platforms (QRadar/Splunk preferred), vulnerability tools (Nessus/Qualys), and cloud/on-prem networks, ensuring adherence to HIPAA, NIST, and CMS ARC-AMPE

Qualifications

• Hands-on 3–5 years in network design, implementation or support.
• IT security or system administration experience required.
• Knowledge of secure network design, compliance tools and data protection.

Responsabilités

• Support security operations for the agency and partners.
• Investigate and respond to daily network alerts.
• Participate in firewall configuration reviews and changes.
• Assist in maturing network security and compliance solutions.

Connaissances

Network design

IT security

Security architecture

Log analysis

MS Office

Formation

BS in Computer Science / Cybersecurity

PCNSE or CCNA

Outils

QRadar

Splunk

Nessus

Qualys

Description du poste

Interview Process: 2 rounds - 1st interview will be virtual, 2nd round will be onsite in Columbia, SC (Onsite interview will be non-negotiable)

Duration of the Contract: 12 months

Possibility for Extension: Yes

Work Location: Fully Onsite

Candidate Location: Candidate MUST be a SC resident. No relocation allowed.

SCOPE OF THE PROJECT:

The Office of Cybersecurity ensures the confidentiality, integrity and availability of SCDHH's systems and services. Strong candidate must have hands-on experience with:

• Routing and switching protocols
• Network security best practices
• On-premise and/or cloud networking environments
• This role requires someone who can contribute independently on technical tasks and support more senior analysts on complex initiatives.

DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a hands-on technical role reporting to the Office of Cybersecurity SOC lead.

The analyst will support CLIENT leadership, business units, partners, and vendors in day-to-day cybersecurity operations.

Security Program Experience:

Strongly desired experience includes:

• CMS ARC-AMPE, HIPAA, NIST or other FISMA RMF frameworks
• Performing repeatable security processes supporting compliant enterprise architectures
• Supporting security considerations for multi tenant cloud environments and vendor integrations

Technical Experience:

Candidates should have hands-on experience with:

• Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems
• Switching and Routing
• IDS/IPS platforms
• Network security monitoring
• SIEM platforms such as QRadar, Splunk (Preferred)
• Vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, etc.)
• Cloud Infrastructure Security (Preferred)
• Assist in maturing network security and compliance solutions
• Investigate and respond to daily network alerts
• Perform network security assessments for proposed firewall and infrastructure changes
• Conduct technical analysis for network security planning and engineeringReview and assessment of connectivity, website block and firewall rule requests to ensure they do not present an elevated risk to the agency
• Analyze on-premise and cloud networks for potential threats
• Develop, review, and analyze network traffic reports that violate the agency's approved standards governing Ports, Protocols and Services.
• Monitor emerging threat vectors and recommend countermeasures
• Collaborate with other areas of the agency to implement security controls
• Support cloud and on-premise network changes and enhancement projects
• Ensure compliance with ARC-AMPE, HIPAA and SCDIS-200
• Assist with KPI creation and trend report monitoring
• Participate in firewall configuration reviews and ruleset recertification
• Provide guidance on best practices to technical teams
• Perform additional SOC duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

• Approximately 3-5 years of hands-on experience in network design, implementation, or support
• Hand-on experience in IT security or system administration
• Working knowledge of secure network design, security architecture, compliance tools, data protection, and access models
• Ability to analyze logs, alerts, and network telemetry.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

• Experience working in regulatory environments
• Experience supporting health IT or state government.
• Familiarity with FISMA, NIST, CMS ARC-AMPE, and HIPAA security and privacy standards
• Cloud network security controls (Azure or AWS).

REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• BS degree in Computer Science, information systems, Cybersecurity, or related field; or equivalent experience
• A network security centric certification such as PCNSE or CCNA

PREFERRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• CISSP or Security+

About our Company

DataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include: