Incident Response Software Analyst

The Security Analyst is primarily responsible for assessing and evaluating the organizations information & cyber security solutions and processes, as well as providing technical advisory to influence the design and implementation of security information technology systems and networks. The Security Analyst will guide junior analyst (Security Analyst I and II) to identify and address risks and lead the response to information security issues.

Skills required Security Analysis, System Administration, Microsoft Office, Incident Response Software, The Security Analyst will support the establishment, implementation and/or enhancement of Information Systems Security and Compliance efforts based on Federal, State and Agency Policy/Standards. The Security Analyst must have foundational technical knowledge of IT systems security, network security and administrative tasks, be a strong oral and written communicator, and be eager to interact with SCDHHS technical staff, business unit representatives, stakeholders and vendors., * Commuting candidates not understanding the challenges of an onsite position

• Proven experience in similar efforts and environments is mandatory

• This position requires excellent written and verbal communications skills, particularly the ability to accurately assess, document and report on technical processes and routines

SCOPE OF THE PROJECT:

The SCDHHS Office of Cybersecurity (OCS) is tasked with performing ongoing enterprise cybersecurity threat monitoring and incident response capabilities. A strong candidate for this position should possess experience or knowledge in the following:

• Cyber Threat Response and Incident Handling

• Cyber Security Operations

• Penetration Testing

• Network Security, Candidates should be self-starters, creative problem solvers and have an eagerness to implement tactics, techniques and procedures which make the most effective use of Agency staff, resources, products and technologies quickly.

Technical Knowledge:

Understanding of information technology and security concepts.

Experience or knowledge of operating systems (e.g., Android, iOS, Linux, Windows, MVS, VMWare), cloud computing, networks, hardware and software platforms, and protocols as they relate to information security.

Experience or knowledge in performing vulnerability assessments, including scanning, analysis of results, and manual validation.

Experience with secure networking techn