TELECOMMUTE Cybersecurity Engineer - REMOTE

This position will serve as a Security Engineer within the Division of Information Security and will assist full-time security architects and engineering staff with the implementation, integration and operationalization of enterprise security technologies and programs., PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO A CANDIDATE WHO CAN WORK ONSITE OVER HYBRID AND OVER FULL-TIME REMOTE (ON-SITE AS NEEDED).

• Assist in the planning, design, deployment and operational support of enterprise security platforms, including:
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
• Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
• Vulnerability Management platforms and processes
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions
• Security Awareness and training platforms
• Support the development and maturation of the enterprise Vulnerability Management Program, including scanning, reporting, remediation tracking and metrics.
• Build, deploy, configure, and maintain Linux-based security sensors and related endpoint monitoring tools.
• Assist in the integration and automation of disparate security and enterprise IT tools using scripting and orchestration technologies.
• Collaborate with security architects to design and implement enterprise security solutions that align with LEADERSHIP s business goals, regulatory requirements and organizational risk tolerance.
• Design, deploy and manage countermeasures to address known security threats and contribute to mitigation strategies for emerging threats to 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 activities through monitoring, log analysis and reporting.
• Develop technical documentation, implementation guides and standard operating procedures as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Depart of Administration s Division of Information Security.

• Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture and engineering principles.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, threat detection, and defensive security strategies.
• Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems, including system hardening and security configuration.
• Understanding of networking concepts, security protocols, and secure system design., * Bachelors Degree in an Information Technology or Information Security Related Field; 8+ years of experience in Cybersecurity may be substituted in lieu of education
• 5+ years of experience implementing and supporting enterprise security tools (SIEM, CRIBL, XDR, Vulnerability Management, DLP, Endpoint Security)
• 5+ years of experience in supporting large IT environments and/or system deployments
• 5+ years of experience developing automation and integrations using scripting languages such as Python and BASH.

Preferred Skills:

• CISSP or Security+ Certifications
• SIEM Administration, Analysis, and Reporting experience.
• Experience building and deploying Linux-based security sensors.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST CSF, CJIS, IRS 1075, and CMS MARS-E.
• Resource is local to Columbia, SC or surrounding city in South Carolina