Security Architect / SOC Lead (CISSP|GCIH|Sec+)

Cornerstonetechtalent; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 123,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

CornerStone TTS is seeking a Security Architect / Cybersecurity Operations Lead to direct SOC operations in Columbia, SC. The role focuses on threat monitoring, incident response, and mentoring SOC analysts to mature monitoring and response capabilities.

Onsite 40 hours per week for a 12-month contract. Requires SC residency, a bachelor’s degree, and CISSP/GCIH/Security+ or equivalent certification with extensive IT security and SOC leadership experience.

Qualifications

• One of CISSP, GCIH, or Security+.
• 10+ years IT experience with Windows, Linux, and Web apps.
• 5+ years in enterprise infrastructure design and deployment.
• 5 years in a SOC lead capacity.
• SC resident only (no relocation).
• Able to work onsite at 1801 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201.
• Bachelor's Degree minimum.

Responsibilities

• Lead Security Operations Center capability for enterprise threat monitoring and incident response.
• Mentor SOC analysts and drive continuous monitoring and response maturation.

Skills

SOC leadership

CISSP / GCIH / Security+

Windows/Linux/Web apps

IT security experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

BS in CS/IT/Engineering

Job description

Security Architect / SOC Lead (CISSP|GCIH|Sec+) - 12-Month Onsite Contract (Columbia, SC) CornerStone TTS is looking for a Security Architect / Cybersecurity Operations Lead for a South Carolina state agency client. This is a fully onsite, full-time (40 hrs/week) 12-month contract in Columbia, SC (extension possible). Candidates must already live in South Carolina — no relocation. You will lead Security Operations Center capability for enterprise threat monitoring and incident response, mentoring SOC analysts and driving continuous monitoring and response maturation.

Required qualifications

• Any one of: CISSP, GCIH, or Security+
• 10+ years of experience of IT working with Windows, Linux, and Web-based applications
• 5+ years of experience with enterprise infrastructure design and deployment
• 5 years of related experience in a SOC lead capacity
• SC resident only (no relocation)
• Able to work fully onsite at 1801 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201
• Bachelor's Degree minimum

Preferred qualifications

• BS degree in computer science, information technology, engineering or similar discipline
• Cloud certification (i.e. CASP+)
• Network security certifications
• Experience identifying, testing and leading remediation efforts of OWASP Top Ten, CWE/SANS TOP 25 Most Dangerous Software Errors, etc.
• Prior experience performing penetration testing and vulnerability assessments in organizations subject to FISMA or similar requirements
• Prior experience in working with eGRC systems

Location and schedule

• Onsite in Columbia, SC.
• Schedule: Day, 40 hours per week.
• Candidate MUST be a SC resident. No relocation allowed.

Duration and start

• 12-month contract; projected start Mon Dec 14, 2026.

Interviews

1 round, Virtual/Online.

Pre-start screening

• 7 Year Standard Background Check and Credit History Check.
• E-Verify.
• Temporary Worker Agreement.
• Confidentiality and Ownership Agreement.
• The agency Confidentiality Agreement.
• IT Use Agreement.
• Resource Employment Validation Form.

Pay

Up to $107.81/hr.