Cybersecurity PCNSE CCNA Network Design IT Security Microsoft Office Tools Consultan

Cybersecurity PCNSE CCNA Network Design IT Security Microsoft Office Tools Consultan

Requirement id 159418

Job title Consultant

Job location in Columbia, SC

Skills required Computer Science, Cyber Security, PCNSE, CCNA Network Design IT Security Microsof

Open Date 27-Oct-2026

Close Date

Job type Contract

Duration 12 Months

Compensation DOE

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Job interview type ---

Email Recruiter:coolsoft

Job Description Consultant: Computer Science, Cyber Security, PCNSE, CCNA Network Design IT Security Microsof

Start date: 10/27/2026

End Date : 12 Months from projected start date

Submission deadline: 11/3/2026 5:00:00 PM

Client Info: SCDHHS

Note:

*Interview Process: 2 rounds - 1st interview will be virtual, 2nd round will be onsite in Columbia, SC (Onsite interview will be non-negotiable)

*Work Location: Fully Onsite

*Candidate Location: Candidate MUST be a SC resident. No relocation allowed.

Description:

The Office of Cybersecurity ensures the confidentiality, integrity and availability of SCDHHs systems and services. Strong candidate must have hands-on experience with:

• Data network design best practices

• Routing and switching protocols

• Network security best practices

• On-premise and/or cloud networking environments

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• This role requires someone who can contribute independently on technical tasks and support more senior analysts on complex initiatives.

POSITION TITLE: JUNIOR NETWORK SECURITY ANALYST

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS (drug, credit, criminal, motor vehicle)?

Criminal, drug, credit, motor vehicle

DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a hands-on technical role reporting to the Office of Cybersecurity SOC lead.

The analyst will support SCDHHS leadership, business units, partners, and vendors in day-to-day cybersecurity operations.

Security Program Experience:

Strongly desired experience includes:

• CMS ARC-AMPE, HIPAA, NIST or other FISMA RMF frameworks

• Performing repeatable security processes supporting compliant enterprise architectures

• Supporting security considerations for multi tenant cloud environments and vendor integrations

Technical Experience:

Candidates should have hands-on experience with:

1. Secure network design principles

2. Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems

3. Switching and Routing

4. Enterprise Firewalls

5. Network auditing

6. IDS/IPS platforms

7. Network security monitoring

8. SIEM platforms such as QRadar, Splunk (Preferred)

9. Vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, etc.)

10. Cloud Infrastructure Security (Preferred)

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Assist in maturing network security and compliance solutions

2. Investigate and respond to daily network alerts

3. Perform network security assessments for proposed firewall and infrastructure changes

4. Conduct technical analysis for network security planning and engineering

5. Review and assessment of connectivity, website block and firewall rule requests to ensure they do not present an elevated risk to the agency

6. Analyze on-premise and cloud networks for potential threats

7. Develop, review, and analyze network traffic reports that violate the agencys approved standards governing Ports, Protocols and Services.

8. Monitor emerging threat vectors and recommend countermeasures

9. Collaborate with other areas of the agency to implement security controls

10. Support cloud and on-premise network changes and enhancement projects

11. Ensure compliance with ARC-AMPE, HIPAA and SCDIS-200

12. Assist with KPI creation and trend report monitoring

13. Participate in firewall configuration reviews and ruleset recertification

14. Provide guidance on best practices to technical teams

15. Perform additional SOC duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

1. Approximately 3-5 years of hands-on experience in network design, implementation, or support

2. Hand-on experience in IT security or system administration

3. Working knowledge of secure network design, security architecture, compliance tools, data pr

Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 159418 while calling.

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