SC 11439 Security Architect Consultant Data Modeling Engineer

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

Why is this position open: This is a repost of 11350 (repost of 10790). All required and preferred skills have been changed - PLEASE READ ENTIRE SOW ATTACHED. Candidate location and work mode has not been changed. Candidates submitted to Posting 10790 may NOT be submitted to this posting.

Will close to submissions on June 23rd 2026 5:00PM EST.

Interview Process: 1-2 Rounds of Virtual Interviews with Camera On.

Duration of the Contract: 12 Months

Possibility for Extension: Yes

Work Location: 100% Remote

Candidate location: No South Carolina residency required. Open to nationwide candidates. All travel-related costs for onsite work will be the responsibility of the resource no matter the frequency of onsite work.

THIS POSITION WILL PARTICIPATE IN AN ON-CALL ROSTER.

Required Skills

CRIBL Data Modeling and Log Pipeline Design and Implementation

Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture and engineering principles.

Experience implementing and supporting enterprise security tools (SIEM XDR Vulnerability Management DLP endpoint security).

Experience developing automation and integrations using scripting languages such as Python and Bash.

Knowledge of Cybersecurity Best Practices threat detection and defensive security strategies.

Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems including system hardening and security configuration.

Understanding of networking concepts security protocols and secure system design.

Preferred Skills

Hands-On CRIBL Data Modeling Experience

Hands-on 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.

CISSP and/or Security Certificates

SCOPE: This position will serve as a data modeling Security Engineer focused on cribl ingestion within the dept of administration s Division of Information Security. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL SHOW EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE SUCCESSFULLY DESIGNING IMPLEMENTING AND MAINTAINING DATA MODELING USING CRIBL FOR LOG INGESTION IN LARGE SCALE SECURITY ENVIRONMENTS. this contractor will be working with a large enterprise security team and will assist full-time security architects and engineering staff with the design implementation and integration of cribl data modeling to enhance technologies and programs.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE: This contractor will be primarily focused on data modeling cribl pipelines while providing hands-on technical support across multiple security disciplines including but not limited to SIEM XDR Vulnerability Management Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Security Awareness endpoint Linux sensor deployment and security automation initiatives. The role requires experience in data modeling information security architecture and solution design to support the strategic planning design implementation and continuous improvement of secure systems and services.

MANDATORY SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED AND NON-NEGOTIABLE. NO EXCEPTIONS CAN BE GRANTED. CANDIDATES WHO CANNOT PASS THESE REQUIREMENTS WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR HIRE. ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS A FULL CREDIT CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK DURING THE INITIAL HIRING PROCESS. ONCE ONBOARD THEY MUST OBTAIN AND RETAIN ANNUAL CJIS CERTIFICATION AS PART OF THE ONGOING EMPLOYMENT PROCESS.

OTHER: This position will participate in an on call roster. Preference given to local candidates who can physically come onsite to SC facilities when needed.