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# Network Security Analyst

- **Company:** CYNET SYSTEMS INC.
- **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $97,760.0 - $108,160.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Apple Mac Systems, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Linux, Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Security, Microsoft Office, Network Planning and Design, Information Technology Security Auditing, Security Information and Event Management, Systems Integration, Privacy Controls, Cloud-native Network Functions (CNF), Cloud Platform System, QRadar, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Nessus, Routing & Switching, Firewall Services Module, Qualys, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us212a3434e3cd0471129069c951ef3652

## About the Role

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

PREFERRED SKILLS:

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

REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

 * BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field; or equivalent experience.
 * A network security-centric certification such as PCNSE or CCNA.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

 * CISSP or Security+.

## Description

This is a hands-on technical role reporting to the Office of Cybersecurity SOC lead.
The analyst will support leadership, business units, partners, and vendors in day-to-day cybersecurity operations.
Security Program Experience:

 * CMS ARC-AMPE, HIPAA, NIST, or other FISMA RMF frameworks.
 * Performing repeatable security processes supporting compliant enterprise architectures.
 * Supporting security considerations for multi-tenant cloud environments and vendor integrations.

Technical Experience:

 * Secure network design principles.
 * Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
 * Switching and Routing.
 * Enterprise Firewalls.
 * Network auditing.
 * IDS/IPS platforms.
 * Network security monitoring.
 * SIEM platforms such as QRadar or Client .
 * Vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, etc.).
 * Cloud Infrastructure Security., * Assist in maturing network security and compliance solutions.
 * Investigate and respond to daily network alerts.
 * Perform network security assessments for proposed firewall and infrastructure changes.
 * Conduct technical analysis for network security planning and engineering.
 * Review and assessment of connectivity, website block, and firewall rule requests to ensure they do not present an elevated risk to the agency.
 * Analyze on-premise and cloud networks for potential threats.
 * Develop, review, and analyze network traffic reports that violate the agency's approved standards governing Ports, Protocols, and Services.
 * Monitor emerging threat vectors and recommend countermeasures.
 * Collaborate with other areas of the agency to implement security controls.
 * Support cloud and on-premise network changes and enhancement projects.
 * Ensure compliance with ARC-AMPE, HIPAA, and SCDIS-200.
 * Assist with KPI creation and trend report monitoring.
 * Participate in firewall configuration reviews and ruleset recertification.
 * Provide guidance on best practices to technical teams.
 * Perform additional SOC duties as assigned.