Security Architect (Data Modeling Engineer)

Zohorecruit; New York (NY); Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

401K match

STD/LTD and AD&D

Job summary

Innosoft is seeking a Security Architect (Data Modeling Engineer) for a remote 12-month engagement with the South Carolina Department of Administration. The role focuses on Cribl data modeling and log ingestion within a large enterprise security team.

You will design, implement, and maintain data models and support SIEM/XDR, vulnerability management, and endpoint security across Linux and Windows environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or a related field; eight years of relevant work experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Five years of experience supporting large IT environments and/or system deployments.
• Strong experience with Cribl data modeling and log pipeline design.
• Experience implementing and supporting enterprise security tools including SIEM, XDR, Vulnerability Management, DLP, and endpoint security.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, deploy, and operationally support Cribl data modeling and log pipeline ingestion.
• Support enterprise SIEM platforms and XDR capabilities.
• Assist with design and configuration of Linux-based security sensors and endpoint monitoring tools.
• Collaborate with Security Architects to align solutions with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain documentation, SOPs, and implementation guides.

Skills

Cribl data modeling

Log pipeline design

Enterprise security architecture

SIEM / XDR tools

Automation scripting (Python, Bash)

Linux / Windows security

Networking & security protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Security

Tools

Cribl

SIEM tools

Job description

Security Architect (Data Modeling Engineer)

Security Architect (Data Modeling Engineer)

Project Identifier

SC

Client

South Carolina

Agency

State of South Carolina

Location

Remote

Candidate location: No South Carolina residency required. Open to nationwide candidates. All travel-related costs for onsite work will be the responsibility of the resource no matter the frequency of onsite work.

Contract Duration

12 Months

Interview Type

Online

The candidate will have to be on an Innosoft W2.

At least 6 months of valid work authorization

Tentative Start Date

10/26/2026

Deadline

10/04/2026

Project Overview

This position will serve as a Security Engineer – Cribl Data Modeling within the Department of Administration’s Division of Information Security. The successful candidate will have extensive hands-on experience designing, implementing, and maintaining data models using Cribl for log ingestion in large-scale security environments.

The contractor will work as part of a large enterprise security team and collaborate closely with full-time Security Architects and Engineering staff. The role will support the design, implementation, integration, and ongoing enhancement of Cribl data modeling and log ingestion capabilities to strengthen the organization’s security technologies and programs.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Preference will be given to candidates who can occasionally work onsite as needed and perform local administrative tasks within the State of South Carolina.
• Primarily assist with the planning, design, deployment, and operational support of Cribl data modeling and log pipeline ingestion.
• Support enterprise Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms.
• Assist with the design and configuration of Linux-based security sensors and endpoint monitoring tools.
• Provide secondary support for Extended Detection and Response (XDR) platforms.
• Assist with Vulnerability Management platforms and processes.
• Support Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions and Security Awareness and Training platforms.
• Collaborate with Security Architects to design and implement enterprise security solutions aligned with leadership’s business goals, regulatory requirements, and organizational risk tolerance.
• Design, deploy, and manage security countermeasures to address known threats and contribute to mitigation strategies for emerging threats affecting enterprise data, systems, and services.
• Ensure consistent application of security controls across enterprise infrastructure and applications, validate control effectiveness, and recommend improvements.
• Support incident detection and response through security monitoring, log analysis, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, implementation guides, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Department of Administration’s Division of Information Security.

Requirements

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or a related field; eight years of relevant work experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Five years of experience supporting large IT environments and/or system deployments.

Required Skills:

• Strong experience with Cribl data modeling, log pipeline design, and implementation.
• Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture and engineering principles.
• Experience implementing and supporting enterprise security tools, including SIEM, XDR, Vulnerability Management, DLP, and endpoint security.
• Experience developing automation and integrations using Python, Bash, and other scripting languages.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, threat detection, and defensive security strategies.
• Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems, including system hardening and security configuration.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, security protocols, and secure system design.

Preferred Skills:

• Hands-on experience with Cribl data modeling.
• Hands‑on experience with SIEM administration, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience building and deploying Linux‑based security sensors.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards, including NIST CSF, CJIS, IRS 1075, and CMS MARS‑E.

Standard Employee Benefits.

• 50% Health Insurance Paid by Innosoft, Paid Vacation, 401K Match, STD LTD and AD&D paid by Innosoft.