Network Security Analyst

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End Client: State of South Carolina


Job Title: Network Security Analyst


Duration: 12 months


Location: Fully Onsite - 1801 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201


Interview Type: 1-2 rounds, Virtual/Online


Ceipal ID: SSC_SEC757_SN


Job Code : 13757

Department: Office of Cybersecurity / SCDHHS

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



IT - SCDHHS - Security Analyst - Consultant 13757

Scope of Project:

• This is an ongoing project with aggressive timelines. A majority of the team is made up of experienced professionals, and we are seeking individuals who are highly productive, flexible, and comfortable working in an environment where priorities can shift. Team members are expected to contribute with minimal supervision.
• Candidates who enjoy complex, change-driven projects and collaborating with motivated colleagues will find this position appealing.
• Why is this position open (new role, increased workload, new dept, resignation, promotion)?
• The Office of Cybersecurity ensures the confidentiality, integrity and availability of SCDHH's systems and services. Strong candidate must have hands-on experience with:
• Data network design best practices
• 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.

Responsibilities:


Pre-employment Checks (drug, credit, criminal, motor vehicle)? Criminal, drug, credit, motor vehicle


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


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

REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

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

REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:


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

PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):


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

PREFERRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
1. CISSP or Security+

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