What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Security Specialist I (Analyst) position at State of South Carolina?
Salary : $46,655.00 - $86,321.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type : FTE - Full-Time
Job Number : 173763
Agency : Department of Education
Opening Date : 02 / 19 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 5 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Class Code : : AM80
Position Number : : 60025071
Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)
Pay Band : Band 6
Hiring Range - Min. : $46,655.00
Hiring Range - Max. : $66,488.00
Opening Date : 02 / 19 / 2025
EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures : : Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at www.careers.sc.gov. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The person in this position will design, implement, maintain and assess agency information security policies and procedures, in order to comply with existing policies protecting the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of computer systems and associated data. Assist other members of the Chief Information Security Office (CISO) staff in completing support tickets, risk and vulnerabilities assessments, monitoring and responding to security and privacy issues. Coordinate, create and lead various programs and initiatives. Establish clear communication between CISO and other internal offices as well as external partners. Complete reports and documentation. Present on various programs, initiatives, projects, and security awareness. Complete all other tasks as assigned including participating on various security, safety, maintenance, and disaster recovery teams.
This position is located in the Chief Information Security Office.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in information technology systems, computer science, or a related field and experience in the information technology field to include experience in a security-focused role. Relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in information security, business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
Additional Comments
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
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 Benefits
Eligible 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 Benefits
State 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 Benefits
State 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.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
Do you have a bachelor's degree in information technology systems, computer science, or a related field?
Do you have experience in the information technology field to include experience in a security-focused role?
Do you have at least two (2) years' experience in information security, business continuity and disaster recovery planning?
How did you hear about this position?
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Salary : $46,655 - $86,321
