SC 11350 Security Architect

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The State of South Carolina is looking for a Security Architect - Consultant (Cybersecurity Engineer)

Why is this position open: Repost of 10790. Candidates that were submitted to 10790 may NOT be submitted. Please ask candidates when screening them if they were submitted to Posting 10790. No changes in requirements. New position - this resource will serve as a Security Engineer within the Division of Information Security.

Will close to submissions on 6/16/2026 5:00:00 PM

Interview Process: 1 round Virtual/Online - potential for a 2nd round onsite as needed

Duration of the Contract: 12 months

Possibility for Extension: Yes

Work Location: Fully Remote

Candidate Location: No SC residency required. Open to nationwide candidates.

Full job description attached & required/preferred skills are stated below.

Required Skills

5 years of experience implementing and supporting enterprise security tools (SIEM CRIBL XDR Vulnerability Management DLP Endpoint Security)

5 years of experience in supporting large IT environments and/or system deployments

5 years of experience developing automation and integrations using scripting languages such as Python and BASH.

Preferred Skills

CISSP or Security Certifications

SIEM Administration Analysis and Reporting experience.

Experience building and deploying Linux-based security sensors.

Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST CSF CJIS IRS 1075 and CMS MARS-E.

Resource is local to Columbia SC or surrounding city in South Carolina

Daily Duties / Responsibilities: PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO A CANDIDATE WHO CAN WORK ONSITE OVER HYBRID AND OVER FULL-TIME REMOTE (ON-SITE AS NEEDED). Assist in the planning design deployment and operational support of enterprise security platforms including: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Vulnerability Management platforms and processes Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions Security Awareness and training platforms Support the development and maturation of the enterprise Vulnerability Management Program including scanning reporting remediation tracking and metrics. Build deploy configure and maintain Linux-based security sensors and related endpoint monitoring tools. Assist in the integration and automation of disparate security and enterprise IT tools using scripting and orchestration technologies. Collaborate with security architects to design and implement enterprise security solutions that align with LEADERSHIPs business goals regulatory requirements and organizational risk tolerance. Design deploy and manage countermeasures to address known security threats and contribute to mitigation strategies for emerging threats to enterprise data systems and services. Ensure consistent application of security controls across enterprise infrastructure and applications; validate control effectiveness and recommend improvements. Support incident detection and response activities through monitoring log analysis and reporting. Develop technical documentation implementation guides and standard operating procedures as needed. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Depart of Administrations Division of Information Security.