This job is 100% on-site in Columbia, SC

Our direct client has an opening for a Security Analyst - 11013-1

This position is up to 12 months, with the option of extension, and is in Columbia, SC

REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

ANY ONE OR COMBINATION OF:

• CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROFESSIONAL (CISSP)

• GIAC CERTIFIED INCIDENT HANDLER (GCIH)

• SECURITY +

• OR SIMILAR WITH VALID EXPERIENCE

SCOPE OF THE PROJECT:

The Office of Cybersecurity is tasked with performing ongoing enterprise cybersecurity threat monitoring and incident response capabilities. This position requires a broad and keen understanding of technology and IT delivery of Security Operation services for on premise and cloud based equipment and critical applications. A strong candidate for this position should possess experience in the following:

• Cyber Threat Response and Incident Handling

• Cyber Security Operations

• Security Service Portfolio Management

REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

1. 10+ years of experience of IT working with Windows, Linux, and Web-based applications

2. 5+ years of experience with enterprise infrastructure design and deployment

3. 5 years of related experience in a SOC lead capacity

4. A firm understanding of the offerings and capabilities within Cloud service providers and technologies

5. Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing; to interact effectively with internal and external vendors, project team members, management and agency departments; to build relationships and use facilitation skills with both technical and non-technical personnel

6. Experience in organizing information in a way that is appropriate for technical explanations without losing sight of the needs and aptitude of the audience

7. Ability to work independently and collaborate with multiple teams and vendors

8. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in order to meet deadlines

9. Must be intermediate to advanced skills in additional Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and working with templates and style guidelines for branding consistency

10. Keen attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the big picture

11. Experience with the evaluation and selection of products and vendors to support initiatives.

12. Ability to accept changes and constructive criticism in a fast turn-around environment

PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

1. Experience identifying, testing and leading remediation efforts of OWASP Top Ten, CWE/SANS TOP 25 Most Dangerous Software Errors, etc.

2. Prior experience performing penetration testing and vulnerability assessments in organizations subject to FISMA or similar requirements

3. Prior experience in working with eGRC systems

REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

ANY ONE OR COMBINATION OF:

• CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROFESSIONAL (CISSP)

• GIAC CERTIFIED INCIDENT HANDLER (GCIH)

• SECURITY +

• OR SIMILAR WITH VALID EXPERIENCE

PREFERRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• BS degree in computer science, information technology, engineering or similar discipline

• Cloud certification (i.e. CASP +)

• Network security certifications

Verbal Communication Skills Yes 1 Expert Currently Using 6 + Years

Written Communication Skills Yes 1 Expert Currently Using 6 + Years

Cloud cloud platforms / environments Yes 2 Advanced Within 6 Months 2 - 4 Years

Technical Certifications Yes 1 Advanced Currently Using 1 - 2 Years

Bachelor of Science Degree No 5 Advanced Currently Using 1 - 2 Years

CISSP No 6 Intermediate Within 2 Years 2 - 4 Years

Demonstrated knowledge/skills of the IT industry which includes: multi-tiered architectures, enterprise applications, evaluation of emerging technologies, networks, data management systems and hardware systems. Yes 1 Advanced Currently Using 4 - 6 Years

Leadership skills Yes 2 Expert Currently Using 4 - 6 Years

web based applications Yes 1 Advanced Within 2 Years 4 - 6 Years

Cybersecurity Yes 1 Advanced Currently Using 6 + Years

IT Security Yes 1 Advanced Currently Using 2 - 4 Years

risk/vulnerability assessments No 9

INCIDENT MANAGEMENT Yes 1 Advanced Currently Using 4 - 6 Years

Linux Yes 1 Advanced Currently Using 6 + Years

Windows Yes 1 Advanced Currently Using 6 + Years

Microsoft Office Suite Yes 1 Advanced Currently Using 6 + Years

Supervisory Leadership Experience Yes 2 Expert Currently Using 4 - 6 Years

Specialties RSA Archer No 9

Additional Skills: REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

ANY ONE OR COMBINATION OF:

• CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROFESSIONAL (CISSP)

• GIAC CERTIFIED INCIDENT HANDLER (GCIH)

• SECURITY +

• OR SIMILAR WITH VALID EXPERIENCE

Monika Sharma

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Flexible work from home options available.