About Careertakes

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Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Security Analyst to join a large public-sector cybersecurity program supporting operations in South Carolina. This is an onsite, full-time role providing hands-on training and mentorship in threat monitoring, incident response, and endpoint protection — ideal for candidates with foundational IT, networking, or server administration experience who want to build a career in cybersecurity.

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What You’ll Do

• Conduct threat intelligence research and monitor emerging cyber threats
• Perform threat-hunting and analyze suspicious network or endpoint behavior
• Review security logs and identify indicators of compromise (IOCs)
• Assist with incident triage, investigation, containment, and remediation
• Support vulnerability assessments, patch management, and endpoint protection
• Create security documentation, reports, and training materials
• Participate in security awareness initiatives
• Use PowerShell, Group Policy, SCCM, and automation tools to support security operations
• Assist with network security monitoring, digital forensics, and cloud security tasks

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Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic IT, networking, or system administration experience
• Familiarity with Windows patching, PowerShell, and Active Directory concepts
• Understanding of core cybersecurity concepts and processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
• Effective written and verbal communication within a team environment

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Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of IT or IT security experience
• Experience with SIEM and endpoint security tools
• Experience with Group Policy and endpoint management tools (SCCM)
• Understanding of vulnerability management and cloud security fundamentals
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (nice to have)
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, GSEC, or GCIH

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Schedule & Location

• Onsite in South Carolina
• Full-time, 38 hours per week
• Weekend and evening shift coverage required:
  • Saturday & Sunday: 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM (12-hour shifts)
  • Wednesday & Thursday: 8:30 AM – 2:45 PM

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Important Requirements

• Must be a current South Carolina resident — relocation assistance is not available
• Candidates must be available for onsite interviews
• Must be willing to work mandatory weekend evening shifts
• Selected candidates may be asked to sign an NDA

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Why Join

• Structured training and mentorship with experienced security professionals
• Hands-on exposure to incident response, threat hunting, SIEM, and endpoint security
• Opportunity to start and grow a career in cybersecurity within a public-sector program

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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