Security Architect - Consultant (Cybersecurity Engineer) (Remote - Onsite interviews)

Client: State of SC

Division: Division of Technology - Information Security (DIS)

Posting ID: 10790

Posting title: IT - ADMIN - Security Architect - Consultant

Title: Security Architect – Consultant

Address: 1201 Main Street Suite 600, Columbia SC – 29201

Projected Start Date: 05/25/2026

Projected End Date/Duration: 12 Months from projected start

Possibility for Extension: Yes

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

Work Location: Fully Remote

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

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

Requirements for Bid Submission

• Resume
• R2R
• Cover Letter
• Meets Work Location

Required Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in an Information Technology or Information Security Related Field; 8+ years of experience in Cybersecurity may be substituted in lieu of education
• 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

• Certifications: 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.

Description

WHY IS THIS POSITION OPEN

• New roles directly supporting security architects.

SCOPE OF THE PROJECT

• Serve as a Security Engineer within the Division of Information Security and assist full‑time security architects and engineering staff with the implementation, integration and operationalization of enterprise security technologies and programs.
• Provide hands‑on technical support across multiple security disciplines, including SIEM, XDR, vulnerability management, data loss prevention (DLP), security awareness, endpoint and Linux sensor deployment, and security automation initiatives.
• Apply experience in information security architecture and solution design to support strategic planning, design, implementation and continuous improvement of secure systems and services.

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 SIEM, XDR, vulnerability management platforms and processes, DLP solutions, and 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 leadership’s 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 Department of Administration’s Division of Information Security.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & SKILLS

• Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture and engineering principles.
• 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 Education and Certifications

• CISSP
• Security+

Cleo Consulting is an equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled)