College of Charleston
Senior Information Security Analyst
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Charleston, SC
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Full-Time
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$80K - $112K
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Cybersecurity
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July 28th, 2026
CISSP
SIEM
VMWare
Edtech.com's Summary
College of Charleston is hiring a Senior Information Security Analyst. This role involves designing and developing security systems, assessing enterprise information security solutions, guiding junior analysts, and managing the monitoring and mitigation of security threats to protect the college's data and network infrastructure.
Highlights
- Design and develop security systems, policies, and procedures.
- Assess, evaluate, and respond to information security issues and risks.
- Lead vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and patch management processes.
- Oversee daily monitoring of security operations and incident response.
- Mentor and guide Junior Information Security Analysts.
- Requires knowledge of IT infrastructure including routers, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, and encryption.
- Familiarity with multiple operating systems (Android, iOS, Linux, Windows, VMWare) and Cloud computing.
- Experience with security frameworks and compliance, such as NIST, CIS, PCI, and FedRAMP.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field plus 5-10 years in information security or IT administration.
- Salary range: $79,600 - $111,500 with a full benefits package.
Senior Information Security Analyst Full Description
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
| Internal Title | Senior Information Security Analyst |
|---|---|
| Position Type | Classified |
| Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration | Non-Faculty |
| Pay Band | TEC07 |
| Level | |
| Department | Security |
| Job Purpose | Provides expertise for the design and development of security systems and procedures within a wide range of complexity levels. Primarily responsible for assessing and evaluating enterprise information security solutions. Guides Junior Security Analyst to identify and address risk, and lead the response to information security issues. Provides management and oversees the daily monitoring and mitigation of security threats and issues as they arise. Collaborates and participates in the auditing and assessment of college security policies and procedures to ensure compliance in order to minimize the risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of college data, network, and information systems. Provides recommendations on security initiatives, controls, and best practices. Participates in the development and approval of the designs and selection of security solutions. |
| Minimum Requirements | A Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, information technology, or related field. 5-10 years of experience in areas of information security administration, network administration and/or information technology systems administration. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply. |
| Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Knowledge of information technology, security concepts, and security frameworks. Experience in the installation, setup and operation of IT infrastructure (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, intrusion detection/protection devices, and data encryption). Knowledge of operating systems (e.g., Android, iOS, Linux, Windows, VMWare), Cloud computing, networks, hardware and software platforms, and protocols related to information security. Experience performing vulnerability scanning, assessment, and analysis and leading infrastructure patch management. Experience managing and responding to information security risks, threats and incidents. Expert knowledge of applicable information security trends and best practices. Knowledge of applicable internal and/or external regulatory policies, standards, procedures and controls (e.g., NIST, CIS). Knowledge of Payment Card Industry (PCI) controls, and the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP). Experience working with IT security vendors to implement and maintain security solutions. Preferred, but not required certifications include: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC). |
| Additional Comments Regarding Position | Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record; must successfully pass a background check. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. *Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check. All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu. |
| Salary | *$79,600 - $111,500 |
| Posting Date | 07/27/2026 |
| Closing Date | 08/12/2026 |
| Benefits |
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| Open Until Filled | No |
| Posting Number | 2026115 |
| EEO Statement | The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/18282 |
Job Duties
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Job Duties
| Activity | Security Analysis and Event Management – Actively monitor college Information Security operations and reporting systems for security issues / risk including network, endpoint devices, mobile devices, and servers. Monitor system consoles including but not limited to DLP, SIEM, anti-virus, endpoint advance threats, patch management, windows update services, software inventories and network traffic for potential security threats, risk and issues. Participate in the active remediation and/or oversight in the correction of identified issues, risk, deficiencies and incidents. Review daily security reports / dash boards for anomalies or security threats and remediate any issues identified. Promptly investigate high priority notifications and report findings to the CISO or appropriate designee. Document daily activities/incidents in the appropriate tracking systems where applicable. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 25 |
| Activity | Vulnerability and Penetration Testing – Perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing for applications, servers, network, endpoint devices and mobile devices. Develop and validate baseline security configurations and controls for critical network configurations. Coordinate vulnerability patch management process and prioritization. Provide guidance for remediation of system vulnerabilities and baseline security configurations. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 25 |
| Activity | Security Subject Matter Expert – Along with the CISO, serve as an Information Security Subject Matter Expert on College RFP and Project Teams. Plan, assist and approve any Information Security Architecture design and procurement. Work with the CISO and other staff to develop and implement security procedures and practices following best security practices and the State Information Security Framework (DIS-200). Coordinate and lead technical security activities. Actively participate in routine assessments of college offices and programs for compliance. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 15 |
| Activity | Incident Response and Remediation – Work with the CISO to investigate suspected security breaches and/or policy violations and formulate recommendations for corrective action. Develop and maintain incident verification and remediation playbooks in partnership with IT technical teams. Work with the CISO, Office of General Counsel, IT and Office of Personnel Services to facilitate eDiscovery requests, litigation holds and priority personnel actions. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 20 |
| Activity | Security Research and Evaluation – Stay abreast of current security threats and vulnerabilities. Maintain a working knowledge of established college policies and procedures. Maintain a working knowledge of established Federal and State Information Security regulations. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 5 |
| Activity | Lead Junior Information Security Analyst. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff; provide relevant technical training and guidance to junior analysts and other departments. Leads junior analysts in core information security functions (for example, installation, configuration and maintenance of information security equipment). Collaborates with management to design and implement long-term information security strategies. |
|---|---|
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 10 |
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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- CofC - Alumni Career Services
- College of Charleston Website
- Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
- Glassdoor
- Handshake
- HigherEdJobs
- Indeed.com
- Internal Job Posting
- jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
- Job Fair
- Monster.com
- Personal Referral
- Post and Courier
- Public Job Posting
- SC Works (SC Department of Employment and Workforce)
- Word of mouth
- Other
- National Labor Exchange
- CareerBuilder
Required Documents
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- Resume
- Cover Letter / Letter of Application
- Other Document
- Other Document 2
- Other Document 3
- Form DD 214
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