Senior Information Security Analyst (Re-Announcement)

College of Charleston; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 81,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental

Retirement

Long Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Free CARTA Bus Service

Employee Tuition Assistance Program (E

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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Job summary

College of Charleston is seeking a Senior Information Security Analyst (Re-Announcement) to design and evaluate enterprise security solutions, lead incident response, and guide junior staff within the Security department.

The role emphasizes monitoring security operations, vulnerability management, and compliance with frameworks such as NIST and PCI. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a related field and 5–10 years of relevant experience; valid driver license and background check required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in computer science, information technology, or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in information security administration, network administration and/or information technology systems administration.
• Equivalent combination of experience and/or education encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security operations and reporting systems for threats and incidents.
• Perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
• Serve as Information Security SME on RFPs and projects.
• Lead incident response and remediation playbooks.
• Stay abreast of security threats and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor Junior Information Security Analyst and lead security activities.

Skills

InfoSec concepts

Vulnerability scanning

Patch management

Incident response

Security frameworks

Network administration

OS knowledge

PCI/FedRAMP knowledge

Security vendor collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / information technology

5-10 years information security experience

Tools

DLP

SIEM

Firewalls

Data encryption

Job description

Senior Information Security Analyst (Re-Announcement)

Position Type: Classified

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration: Non-Faculty

Pay Band: TEC07

Department: Security

Job Purpose: Provides expertise for the design and development of security systems and procedures within a wide range of complexity levels. Primarily responsible for assessing and evaluating enterprise information security solutions. Guides Junior Security Analyst to identify and address risk, and lead the response to information security issues. Provides management and oversees the daily monitoring and mitigation of security threats and issues as they arise. Collaborates and participates in the auditing and assessment of college security policies and procedures to ensure compliance in order to minimize the risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of college data, network, and information systems. Provides recommendations on security initiatives, controls, and best practices. Participates in the development and approval of the designs and selection of security solutions.

Minimum Requirements: A Bachelor's Degree in computer science, information technology, or related field. 5-10 years of experience in areas of information security administration, network administration and/or information technology systems administration. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of information technology, security concepts, and security frameworks. Experience in the installation, setup and operation of IT infrastructure (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, intrusion detection/protection devices, and data encryption). Knowledge of operating systems (e.g., Android, iOS, Linux, Windows, VMWare), Cloud computing, networks, hardware and software platforms, and protocols related to information security. Experience performing vulnerability scanning, assessment, and analysis and leading infrastructure patch management. Experience managing and responding to information security risks, threats and incidents. Expert knowledge of applicable information security trends and best practices. Knowledge of applicable internal and/or external regulatory policies, standards, procedures and controls (e.g., NIST, CIS). Knowledge of Payment Card Industry (PCI) controls, and the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP). Experience working with IT security vendors to implement and maintain security solutions. Preferred, but not required certifications include: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC).

Additional Comments Regarding Position: Must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record; must successfully pass a background check.

*$81,192 - $111,500

Posting Date: 09/14/2026

Closing Date: 09/28/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Posting Number: 2026115

• Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
• Retirement
• Long Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Free CARTA Bus Service
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Full Benefits Package - Click Here

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.

Full Benefits Package - Link: https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/18282

Job Duties

• Security Analysis and Event Management - Actively monitor college Information Security operations and reporting systems for security issues / risk including network, endpoint devices, mobile devices, and servers. Monitor system consoles including but not limited to DLP, SIEM, anti-virus, endpoint advance threats, patch management, windows update services, software inventories and network traffic for potential security threats, risk and issues. Participate in the active remediation and/or oversight in the correction of identified issues, risk, deficiencies and incidents. Review daily security reports / dash boards for anomalies or security threats and remediate any issues identified. Promptly investigate high priority notifications and report findings to the CISO or appropriate designee. Document daily activities/incidents in the appropriate tracking systems where applicable.
• Vulnerability and Penetration Testing - Perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing for applications, servers, network, endpoint devices and mobile devices. Develop and validate baseline security configurations and controls for critical network configurations. Coordinate vulnerability patch management process and prioritization. Provide guidance for remediation of system vulnerabilities and baseline security configurations.
• Security Subject Matter Expert - Along with the CISO, serve as an Information Security Subject Matter Expert on College RFP and Project Teams. Plan, assist and approve any Information Security Architecture design and procurement. Work with the CISO and other staff to develop and implement security procedures and practices following best security practices and the State Information Security Framework (DIS-200). Coordinate and lead technical security activities. Actively participate in routine assessments of college offices and programs for compliance.
• Incident Response and Remediation - Work with the CISO to investigate suspected security breaches and/or policy violations and formulate recommendations for corrective action. Develop and maintain incident verification and remediation playbooks in partnership with IT technical teams. Work with the CISO, Office of General Counsel, IT and Office of Personnel Services to facilitate eDiscovery requests, litigation holds and priority personnel actions.
• Security Research and Evaluation - Stay abreast of current security threats and vulnerabilities. Maintain a working knowledge of established college policies and procedures. Maintain a working knowledge of established Federal and State Information Security regulations.
• Lead Junior Information Security Analyst. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff; provide relevant technical training and guidance to junior analysts and other departments. Leads junior analysts in core information security functions (for example, installation, configuration and maintenance of information security equipment). Collaborates with management to design and implement long-term information security strategies.

Contact Information

Email: [e-mail]

General Information: 843.953.5512

Mailing Address: 66 George St., Charleston, SC 29424

HR Office: 160 Calhoun St., Lightsey Building B36, Charleston, SC 29424