Security Architect & SOC Lead — Onsite 12-Month Contract

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

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.