State of South Carolina
Security Analyst - SC CIC (2 Vacancies)
State of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228
Salary:
$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annually
Location :
Richland County, SC
Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:
24-138
Agency:
State Law Enforcement Division (SLED)
Division:
Information Technology & Security
Opening Date:
11/06/2024
Closing Date:
11/20/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement:
No
Class Code::
AM81
Position Number::
61151675;61151676
Normal Work Schedule::
Other
Pay Band:
Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.:
$60,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.:
$80,000.00
Opening Date:
11/06/2024
EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures::
All applicants must complete the on-line State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application, nor will it be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Normal Work Schedule (Other)::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) with varied hours based on situational response and subject to periodic on-call duty.
Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
General Responsibility Perform real-time event analysis as a member of the South Carolina Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity (SC CIC) Security Operations Center (SOC). Monitor relevant information feeds to ensure accurate and prompt incident notification. Perform strategic cyber threat intelligence research with the goal of real-world application. Recommend risk mitigation controls and procedures based on vulnerability, risk, and security assessment reports.
Specific DutiesPerform duties as a SOC analyst including monitoring, investigation, incident handling, and entity coordination using established operational procedures. Work with other SOC analysts to deliver SC CIC services. Maintain communication and professional rapport with participants throughout investigations. Leverage real-world observations to improve services and identify useful emerging technologies.Provide support to primary incident responders and ensure all events are addressed with an appropriate resolution. Identify potential incidents and communicate with participants to initiate incident response. Thoroughly document all analysis, communication, and resolution.Contribute to strategic cyber threat intelligence for the SOC and program participants. Utilize resources to stay up to date on threat actor Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) and distill technical information for rapid consumption. Develop and promote standard operating procedures. Collaborate with other SOC personnel in identifying service delivery and process improvements.Leverage vulnerability scanning tools and reports to make recommendations for improving participants' external security posture.Assist with hosting and participating in trainings, webinars, readiness, and tabletop exercises.Other related duties.Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in information technology systems, cybersecurity risk management, or related field and experience in information security or related area. Relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and relay basic cybersecurity best practices.Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are essential.Ability to establish strong, positive working relationships with government and private officials is essential.Ability to identify and describe problems as well as coordinate resolution with various organizational elements.Ability to provide technical analyses of cybersecurity infrastructure vulnerabilities.Ability to provide counsel for the handling of classified, law enforcement sensitive, and industry proprietary information.Ability to provide technical guidance on complex projects.Involves working with sensitive information concerning critical infrastructure organizations around the state.Must be available 24 /7 for emergency incident response.Preferred Qualifications
At least four (4) years of hands-on information security experience preferred.Additional Comments
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
SLED offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children15 days annual (vacation) leave per year15 days sick leave per year13 paid holidaysState Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation ProgramsSupplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself may be grounds for disqualification.
Conditional selection based on candidate education, training, experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
What is your highest level of education?
High School Diploma or equivalentAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree
02
What was your major area of study?
03
Do you have any experience in information security? If yes, please describe in detail.
04
I understand that this position involves working with sensitive information concerning concerning critical infrastructure organizations around the state.
YesNo
05
As part of the application process, are you willing to submit to a background investigation to include: a criminal history check, driving record, history of drug use, employer and personal reference checks?
YesNo
06
As part of the application process, are you willing to submit to a polygraph examination?
YesNo
07
Have you ever used/experimented with any illegal drugs? If yes, provide name of drug and last date used.
08
Will you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the selection procedures (e.g., interview, written tests, or job demonstrations)? If yes, contact the human resources office of the S.C. Law Enforcement Division.
YesNo
09
How did you learn about this career opportunity? (Careers.SC.Gov; LinkedIn; Employee Referral; Career Fair; Direct E-Mail; Etc.) Please specify below.
Required Question
$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annually
Location :
Richland County, SC
Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:
24-138
Agency:
State Law Enforcement Division (SLED)
Division:
Information Technology & Security
Opening Date:
11/06/2024
Closing Date:
11/20/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement:
No
Class Code::
AM81
Position Number::
61151675;61151676
Normal Work Schedule::
Other
Pay Band:
Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.:
$60,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.:
$80,000.00
Opening Date:
11/06/2024
EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures::
All applicants must complete the on-line State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application, nor will it be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Normal Work Schedule (Other)::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) with varied hours based on situational response and subject to periodic on-call duty.
Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
General Responsibility Perform real-time event analysis as a member of the South Carolina Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity (SC CIC) Security Operations Center (SOC). Monitor relevant information feeds to ensure accurate and prompt incident notification. Perform strategic cyber threat intelligence research with the goal of real-world application. Recommend risk mitigation controls and procedures based on vulnerability, risk, and security assessment reports.
Specific DutiesPerform duties as a SOC analyst including monitoring, investigation, incident handling, and entity coordination using established operational procedures. Work with other SOC analysts to deliver SC CIC services. Maintain communication and professional rapport with participants throughout investigations. Leverage real-world observations to improve services and identify useful emerging technologies.Provide support to primary incident responders and ensure all events are addressed with an appropriate resolution. Identify potential incidents and communicate with participants to initiate incident response. Thoroughly document all analysis, communication, and resolution.Contribute to strategic cyber threat intelligence for the SOC and program participants. Utilize resources to stay up to date on threat actor Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) and distill technical information for rapid consumption. Develop and promote standard operating procedures. Collaborate with other SOC personnel in identifying service delivery and process improvements.Leverage vulnerability scanning tools and reports to make recommendations for improving participants' external security posture.Assist with hosting and participating in trainings, webinars, readiness, and tabletop exercises.Other related duties.Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in information technology systems, cybersecurity risk management, or related field and experience in information security or related area. Relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and relay basic cybersecurity best practices.Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are essential.Ability to establish strong, positive working relationships with government and private officials is essential.Ability to identify and describe problems as well as coordinate resolution with various organizational elements.Ability to provide technical analyses of cybersecurity infrastructure vulnerabilities.Ability to provide counsel for the handling of classified, law enforcement sensitive, and industry proprietary information.Ability to provide technical guidance on complex projects.Involves working with sensitive information concerning critical infrastructure organizations around the state.Must be available 24 /7 for emergency incident response.Preferred Qualifications
At least four (4) years of hands-on information security experience preferred.Additional Comments
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
SLED offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children15 days annual (vacation) leave per year15 days sick leave per year13 paid holidaysState Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation ProgramsSupplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself may be grounds for disqualification.
Conditional selection based on candidate education, training, experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
What is your highest level of education?
High School Diploma or equivalentAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree
02
What was your major area of study?
03
Do you have any experience in information security? If yes, please describe in detail.
04
I understand that this position involves working with sensitive information concerning concerning critical infrastructure organizations around the state.
YesNo
05
As part of the application process, are you willing to submit to a background investigation to include: a criminal history check, driving record, history of drug use, employer and personal reference checks?
YesNo
06
As part of the application process, are you willing to submit to a polygraph examination?
YesNo
07
Have you ever used/experimented with any illegal drugs? If yes, provide name of drug and last date used.
08
Will you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the selection procedures (e.g., interview, written tests, or job demonstrations)? If yes, contact the human resources office of the S.C. Law Enforcement Division.
YesNo
09
How did you learn about this career opportunity? (Careers.SC.Gov; LinkedIn; Employee Referral; Career Fair; Direct E-Mail; Etc.) Please specify below.
Required Question