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# Security Analyst - Project Lead - 26-06745

- **Company:** Navitas, Inc.
- **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, ARM Architecture, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Linux System Administration, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Remote Access Technology, Phishing, Runbook, Security Information and Event Management, Mitre Att&ck, Cyber Threat Analysis, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Cybercrime
- **Published:** June 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1ad98dbbc362e2a3

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Reporting and dashboarding tools?, Do you have a Associate's degree?, * Associate degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or a related field.

 * Four years of relevant professional experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
 * Minimum 2 years of experience in Security Monitoring and Incident Response.
 * Minimum 2 years of experience utilizing the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
 * Minimum 2 years of experience creating security dashboards and operational reports.
 * Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication abilities., * Experience with Palo Alto Cortex XSIAM/XDR.
 * Knowledge of Linux systems, network administration, and network architecture.
 * Experience administering firewalls, VPN technologies, Active Directory, and Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS).
 * Experience with threat hunting and advanced cybersecurity operations.
 * Local candidates from South Carolina preferred.

Preferred Certifications

 * CISSP, CISA, CISM, or equivalent advanced cybersecurity certification.
 * CEH, OSCP, GPEN, or other relevant security certifications.
 * Vendor-specific cybersecurity certifications., * Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
 * Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
 * Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
 * Threat Intelligence Platforms
 * MITRE ATT&CK Framework
 * Incident Response & Threat Hunting
 * Dashboard Development & Security Reporting
 * Active Directory
 * Firewalls & VPN Technologies
 * Linux Administration

## Description

* Monitor and analyze security events across SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and threat intelligence platforms to identify potential threats and security incidents.
 * Conduct detailed investigations of suspicious activities, determine root cause and business impact, and escalate critical incidents when necessary.
 * Prepare incident reports, timelines, post-incident analyses, and recommendations for remediation and prevention.
 * Investigate phishing attempts, malware infections, and policy violations while providing guidance on containment and recovery efforts.
 * Enhance SOC operations by recommending improvements to detection rules, alert thresholds, playbooks, and workflows.
 * Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize monitoring tools, integrate threat intelligence feeds, and conduct proactive threat hunting activities.
 * Serve as a subject matter expert for security operations and support stakeholder engagement.
 * Maintain documentation, runbooks, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
 * Coordinate with security, engineering, and operational teams to support organizational objectives.
 * Perform additional duties as assigned.


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