Information Security Specialist

Advertised Job Summary Information Security Specialist

• Are you passionate about protecting critical systems through secure identity and access management?
• Do you enjoy balancing security, compliance, and exceptional customer service?
• Want to help protect the technology that supports students, faculty, and staff?
• Looking for a role where your work directly contributes to a secure campus environment?

We Have the Job for You! The Information Security Specialist will be responsible for the security, installation and maintenance of Student Affairs computer information systems. Provides network support and security services for the day-to-day operation of Student Affairs computer information systems. Participates in the installation and maintenance of new and existing software applications within Student Affairs. Provides support for Active Directory security groups and other specialized software applications throughout the division. Provides guidance of system capabilities, utilization, storage, security, access, maintenance, and operational issues and confers with users, staff and the HIPAA Compliance Officer to discuss the revision of new and existing systems. Primary duties include:

• Maintain Active Directory, user objects, computer objects, OU's, policies. Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS), SAML, web Single Sign-on (SSO), OAuth and related authentication technologies.
• Review and interpret identity, access, and audit logs in Microsoft Active Directory to support investigations, access reviews, and policy validation.
• Monitor division software and applications process to make sure they all go through TRB Technology Review Board.
• Assists with the oversight of Information Systems as related to HIPAA/FERPA compliance and other federal and state regulations concerning protection of patient and other sensitive information., Maintain Active Directory, user objects, computer objects, OU's, policies. Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS), SAML, web Single Sign-on (SSO), OAuth and related authentication technologies. Review and interpret identity, access, and audit logs in Microsoft Active Directory to support investigations, access reviews, and policy validation. Create/Delete, modify and troubleshoot Group Policies. Support, investigate and validate the implementation of security policies such as Conditional Access, Insider-Risk Management, DSPM for AI, Data Loss Prevention Information Protection, and endpoint compliance. Assist with user support and awareness, responding to security-related inquiries, phishing reports, and training participation. Collaborate with DoIT Division of Information Technology teams to ensure alignment with security architecture, shared service boundaries, and tool access. Perform other security functions as assigned by the HIPAA and Security Compliance Officer Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 50 Job Duty Review and interpret identity, access, and audit logs in Microsoft Active Directory to support investigations, access reviews, and policy validation. Assists with data analysis using a variety of IT software. Monitor and investigate assigned security alerts from tools. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Monitor division software and applications process to make sure they all go through TRB Technology Review Board. Assists with audits for divisional software and hardware. Creating, analyze, test and implement Group Policies. Use third party and native automation with PowerShell and other scripting methods. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty Assists with the oversight of Information Systems as related to HIPAA/FERPA compliance and other federal and state regulations concerning protection of patient and other sensitive information. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty Supports special projects and other tasks and duties as assigned by the HIPAA Compliance and Security Officer and Executive Director or IT.

Do you have experience in Software installation?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials, * Highly proficient in computer hardware and software troubleshooting and one or more related certifications., * Exercises sound judgment in organizing work, setting and adjusting priorities to balance customer interests, respond to changing needs and expectations, and meet divisional requirements, including working extended hours when necessary.

• Demonstrates strong ethical, professional, service-oriented, and interpersonal skills while providing excellent customer service in a positive, solutions-focused manner.
• Applies strong problem-solving skills and demonstrates the ability to learn, adapt, and grow within the area of focus., Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

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• Paid parental leave
• Parental leave
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays, From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Veterans' Preference Statement The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding., * Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!

• 15 paid vacation days

• 15 paid sick days

• 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)

• An engaging and collaborative environment., Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by August 10, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance

• Retirement Programs

• Paid Tuition

• Dependent Scholarships

• Annual Leave

• Sick Leave

• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Professional Development Opportunities