WE ARE HIRING for State of South Carolina SECURITY ARCHITECT- W2 Only (Remote ) Preference will be given to candidates that are local to SC and are able to come onsite for project needs. The position will work as a consulting detection engineer within the Division of Information Security. This role will focus on creating, tuning, and maintaining new and existing detection rules within the state monitoring environment. Engaging directly with state agencies to promote, support, and improve adoption of centralized security services is a key focus. The engagement is expected to be needed for 12 months with the possibility of extension. Required Skills:

• Bachelors Degree in an Information Technology or Information Security related field; 8+ years of relevant work experience in security architecture may be substituted in lieu of education
• 5+ years of experience with scripting automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar)
• 5+ years of experience in supporting large IT environments and/or system deployments
• Experience with Sigma, Yara, and other industry standard detection languages
• Experience with MITRE ATT & CK Framework

Preferred Skills:

• CISSP, CISA, CISO or equivalent advanced security certifications (CEH, OSCP. GPEN)
• Vendor certifications in detection engineering
• Experience with the Palo Alto Cortex XSIAM platform
• Deep understanding of Windows/Linux artifacts
• Resource is local to Columbia, South Carolina or a surrounding city in South Carolina