SOC Analyst

InsideHigherEd

Columbia, South Carolina

$59.6K a year

Full-time

Logo : Posting Number :

Posting Number : STA00801PO24

STA00801PO24

Job Family :

Information Technology

Job Function : Information Security

Information Security

USC Market Title : IT Security Analyst

IT Security Analyst

Link to USC Market Title :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / titles / 133240

Job Level : P1 - Professional

P1 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title) :

SOC Analyst

Campus : Columbia

Columbia

Work County : Richland

Richland

College / Division :

Division of Information Technology

Department :

IT Information Security

State Pay Band :

Approved Starting Salary :

$59,581

Advertised Salary Range :

59,581-89,371

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week : 37.5

37.5

Work Schedule :

Standard working schedule : 8 : 30am 5 : 00pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis : 12 months

12 months

Job Search Category :

Information Technology

About University of South Carolina :

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state.

More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement :

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds.

We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability.

The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement.

We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Advertised Job Summary :

Cyber Security Investigator

Are you looking for an opportunity to enter the thrilling and action-packed world of cybersecurity?
Would you thrive partnering with a diverse team of passionate, globally-certified security professionals?
Does the idea of becoming a hands-on-leader of emergent trends excite you?

Look no further, we want you on the team!

So, what’s the day-to-day?

You will :

Proactively monitor security systems and respond to security alerts to protect the users and assets of South Carolina’s flagship university
Triage security events by analyzing & enriching data & identifying threats
Collaborate with cyber security gurus using NIST & SANS to pivot our security posture
Support and mentor motivated and inspired students in the Security Operations Center (SOC)
Create records of security incidents and documentation while leveraging development and engineering tools such as Markdown and Git

Perks & benefits you won’t find anywhere else :

All-you-can-handle training and development in cybersecurity technologies and best practices (+ networking, cloud, engineering, and more!)
Downtown Location : Enjoy working in the heart of Columbia, SC, with easy access to vibrant city life, dining, and cultural events.
Hybrid Scheduling : Benefit from the potential for hybrid work arrangements, providing flexibility to balance work and personal life once you’re established in your role.
Energetic Leadership : Thrive under the guidance of an energetic and innovative leadership team dedicated to transforming IT at USC, making your role impactful and exciting.
Incredible Benefits You Will Not Find Elsewhere : Over 30 paid days off, paid tuition, state benefits, state retirement, and more!
Professional Development : We take investing back in you seriously! We offer generous professional development opportunities throughout each year.
Love Where You Work : You can take incredible pride in working for South Carolina’s flagship university.
The Best Part : Oh, and did we mention we have an AWESOME Team?

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply today!

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience :

Requires a bachelor’s degree and 1 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and / or experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in systems administration, networking, or programming. Experiences with the use of modern systems administration principles such as orchestration, code repositories, and DevOps.

Applicable entry level information security certifications such as GSEC or Security+.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Understanding of operating systems to include Microsoft Windows, MacOS, and Linux.

Understanding of networking protocols and concepts such as routing, switching, and TCP / IP. Baseline knowledge of information security concepts such as the incident response process, forensics, and intrusion detection.

Job Duty :

Security Event Operations : Serve as entry point for security incidents on a rotating basis. Triage events and work incidents through to either escalation or completion.

Observe and record efficacy of detection and prevention while on operational duty to create inputs for SRE staff. Assist with student workers in the Security Operations Center as needed.