1-20- Security Analyst

Focused HR Solutions•Columbia, SC

10h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is up to 15 months, with the option of extension. The Office of Cybersecurity is tasked with securing the Agency cloud infrastructure and performing ongoing enterprise cybersecurity threat monitoring and incident response capabilities. The Cloud CyberSecurity Specialist will help the Applications Team build and manage a Secure Cloud Infrastructure by adhering to Agency policy and industry best practices. This position will report directly to the Security Operations Manager to drive innovation and maturation of the Agency Cyber threat detection and response capabilities. We are looking for candidates who are highly organized, can work independently in a fast-paced environment, and produce multiple quality deliverables within defined deadlines. This role is involved in projects or issues of high complexity that requires an individual who can quickly think on their feet, challenge the status quo, and drive efficiencies through the process.

Requirements

10+ years of experience of I.T. working with Windows, Linux, Cloud technologies, and Web-based applications
2-4 years of experience with Cloud Security monitoring and incident response
A firm understanding of the offerings and capabilities within Amazon Web Services (AWS) and/or GCP and Microsoft Azure platforms
Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing; to interact effectively with internal and external vendors, project team members, management and agency departments; to build relationships and use facilitation skills with both technical and non-technical personnel
Ability to write, edit, and prepare graphic presentations of technical information for both technical and business personnel
Ability to collaborate and coordinate with multiple teams and vendors
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in order to meet deadlines
Keen attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the big picture
Ability to absorb and retain complex processes
Experience with the evaluation and selection of products and vendors to support initiatives.
Ability to accept changes and constructive criticism in a fast turn-around environment
ANY ONE OR COMBINATION OF: CLOUD CERTIFICATION (I.E CCSP) GIAC CERTIFIED INCIDENT HANDLER (GCIH) SECURITY + OR SIMILAR WITH VALID EXPERIENCE
Experience with UNIX, Windows, Linux, MacOS, Cisco, Juniper, web apps, databases, strong authentication, operating systems, and network security protocols and procedures.
Experience in system analysis and information technology

Nice To Haves

3+ years of experience with Cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Prior experience working with cloud security and governance tools, cloud access security brokers (CASBs), and infrastructure as a code
Experience with deployment orchestration, automation, and security configuration management of AWS native tools
Experience with full-stack deployment
BS degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a similar discipline
Network security certifications

Responsibilities

Perform threat identification and analysis of risks to the Medicaid Cloud-Based Systems
Provide input and feedback on cloud/hybrid architectures related to Security
Assist in the implementation and advancement of Continuous Monitoring and Incident Response processes and procedures
Perform regular security audits of resources deployed in the Medicaid Cloud-Based Systems
Assist in the investigation and remediation of security incidents and issues
Serve as Security Subject Matter Expert for Secure Cloud Infrastructure
Consult on, and provide requirements for critical projects and initiatives
Create documentation on specific remediation steps to close vulnerabilities or mitigate risk to acceptable levels
Create documentation that can readily be added to Agency procedures
Revise documents and artifacts as tactics and techniques evolve to address new and emergent threats and trends
Work with Information Technology, Application Development, and Business Teams to advance the security efforts of the Medicaid Enterprise
Raise the awareness level of cloud security in the agency
Conducts security assessments to identify areas of risk and ensure gaps are remediated
Effectively communicates to management and business stakeholders the status of projects and issues as they relate to Cloud Security