Security Analyst - Fully Onsite - Required LOCAL to South Carolina
This entry-level Security Analyst role supports the Confidential Client Security Team with threat intelligence, threat hunting, log analysis, incident response, and vulnerability management. The position requires onsite presence in South Carolina with mandatory weekend evening shifts and focuses on developing security skills through training and hands-on tasks involving automation, endpoint and network security, and documentation. Candidates should have basic IT and security knowledge, with preferred experience in security tools and scripting to enhance organizational security posture.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Security Analyst to join a DMV security team supporting onsite operations in Cayce, SC. This is a fully onsite role; the selected candidate will receive hands-on training and will perform monitoring, detection, and initial response tasks under senior analyst guidance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Monitor and analyze threat intelligence feeds to identify emerging risks.
- Perform threat hunting and help create detection rules (SIEM queries, Defender for Endpoint rules).
- Review logs from firewalls, endpoints, and servers to identify indicators of compromise and escalate as needed.
- Assist in initial incident triage and follow response frameworks (e.g., NIST, MITRE ATT&CK).
- Document incidents, produce clear reports (incident reports and after-action reviews), and update internal runbooks and playbooks.
- Support vulnerability management activities by analyzing reports and helping prioritize remediation.
- Develop and deliver security awareness training and training materials.
- Use endpoint and network management tools (SCCM, GPO) and PowerShell to assist patching and basic automation tasks.
- Participate in required weekend evening and overnight shifts as part of the regular schedule.
Qualifications — Required
To be considered, candidates must meet these minimum requirements:
- Must be a CURRENT South Carolina resident; relocation is not permitted.
- Willingness to work fully onsite in Cayce, SC and to participate in scheduled weekend evening/night shifts.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Basic understanding of security concepts and processes.
- Basic computer and network administration knowledge (server or network admin fundamentals).
- Willingness to sign an NDA if selected for interview or employment.
- Availability for the stated schedule (see Schedule & Location below).
Preferred Qualifications
The following will make candidates more competitive:
- 1+ year in an IT security–focused role or 1+ year server/network administration experience.
- Experience using SIEM and endpoint security tools.
- Familiarity with PowerShell, Group Policy (GPO), and endpoint management tools (e.g., SCCM).
- Knowledge of vulnerability management practices and cloud security fundamentals.
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- Certifications such as GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), CompTIA Security+, or CompTIA Network+.
Schedule & Location
- Work location: Fully onsite in Cayce, SC. No remote or hybrid option.
- Residency requirement: Candidate must be a current South Carolina resident.
- Contract duration: 12 months with possible extension.
- Shift details (typical after training): Saturday and Sunday evening coverage likely 8:00 PM–8:00 AM (two 12‑hour shifts); dayshifts Wednesday and Thursday 8:30 AM–2:45 PM.
- Candidates must be available for onsite interviews.
Compensation & Employment Type
- Pay: $30.00 per hour (as stated by the client).
- Employment type: Full-time (contract assignment with potential extension).
- Note: This listing reflects pay as provided by the client; Careertakes does not guarantee additional compensation beyond what is listed.
Working With Careertakes & Our Client
Careertakes supports this hiring process as a third-party recruiter. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client (Confidential Client). Careertakes may share additional matched opportunities with applicants.
Additional Information
- This is an entry-level position with structured on-the-job training; the DMV/security team will mentor and develop the selected candidate.
- The role requires attention to detail, strong problem-solving, and ability to work collaboratively within a mid-size team.
- Candidates will be evaluated through 1–2 interview rounds (virtual or onsite); availability for onsite interviews is required.
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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