University of South Carolina
SOC Analyst
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $60K
💻 Cybersecurity
🗓️ July 22nd, 2025
TCP/IP
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a SOC Analyst. The role involves actively monitoring and responding to security events by triaging alerts, escalating incidents, and supporting incident response. The analyst also assists senior staff with operational tasks and projects to maintain the university's security infrastructure.
Highlights
- Monitor and triage security events and alerts within the university's security systems.
- Escalate security incidents and assist with incident response and forensic investigations.
- Troubleshoot and maintain security technologies like firewalls, endpoint agents, and detection systems.
- Assist senior staff and manage Security Operations Center (SOC) administrative tasks and student workers.
- Earn and maintain professional security certifications and attend relevant security conferences.
- Required skills include knowledge of Microsoft Windows, MacOS, Linux, networking protocols (routing, switching, TCP/IP), and basic information security concepts.
- Preferred qualifications include experience in systems administration, networking, programming, DevOps principles, and certifications such as GSEC or Security+.
- Must hold a bachelor's degree in a related field with at least 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent certification/training.
- Starting salary at $59,581 with a full-time, 37.5 hours/week schedule.
- Position is on-site at the downtown Columbia, SC campus within the Division of Information Technology, IT Information Security department.
SOC Analyst Full Description
SOC Analyst
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by September 4, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
Logo |
Posting Number | STA00593PO25
Job Family | Information Technology
Job Function | Information Security
USC Market Title | IT Security Analyst
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133240
Job Level | P1 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | SOC Analyst
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Information Technology
Department | IT Information Security
State Pay Band | 7
Approved Starting Salary | $59,581
Advertised Salary Range | Starting at $59,581
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
This is an on-site position located on our downtown Columbia, SC campus.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Information Technology
Posting Number | STA00593PO25
Job Family | Information Technology
Job Function | Information Security
USC Market Title | IT Security Analyst
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133240
Job Level | P1 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | SOC Analyst
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Information Technology
Department | IT Information Security
State Pay Band | 7
Approved Starting Salary | $59,581
Advertised Salary Range | Starting at $59,581
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
This is an on-site position located on our downtown Columbia, SC campus.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Information Technology
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | We are seeking a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join our university’s cybersecurity team. In this role, you will be responsible for actively monitoring and responding to security events, reviewing and triaging alerts from various security systems, and escalating incidents as appropriate. The SOC Analyst will also contribute to improving alerting mechanisms, support incident response efforts, and assist senior team members with operational tasks and cybersecurity projects. This position is vital to maintaining and enhancing the university’s security posture.
This is an on-site position located on our downtown Columbia, SC campus.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Experience in systems administration, networking, or programming. Experiences with the use of modern systems administration principles such as orchestration, code repositories, and DevOps. Applicable entry level information security certifications such as GSEC or Security+.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Excellent written and oral communication skills. Understanding of operating systems to include Microsoft Windows, MacOS, and Linux. Understanding of networking protocols and concepts such as routing, switching, and TCP/IP. Baseline knowledge of information security concepts such as the incident response process, forensics, and intrusion detection.
This is an on-site position located on our downtown Columbia, SC campus.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Experience in systems administration, networking, or programming. Experiences with the use of modern systems administration principles such as orchestration, code repositories, and DevOps. Applicable entry level information security certifications such as GSEC or Security+.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Excellent written and oral communication skills. Understanding of operating systems to include Microsoft Windows, MacOS, and Linux. Understanding of networking protocols and concepts such as routing, switching, and TCP/IP. Baseline knowledge of information security concepts such as the incident response process, forensics, and intrusion detection.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Security Event Operations: Serve as entry point for security incidents on a rotating basis. Triage events and work incidents through to either escalation or completion. Observe and record efficacy of detection and prevention while on operational duty to create inputs for SRE staff. Assist with student workers in the Security Operations Center as needed.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 50
Job Duty | Security Technologies Operations: Troubleshoot and maintain security technologies such as firewalls, endpoint agents, prevention and detection systems on a rotating basis. Assist SRE staff as needed with project work.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25
Job Duty | Security Incident Response: Follow the six steps of incident response. Deliver reports as needed using current standards of the department. Conduct forensic investigations
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Job Duty | Administrative Tasks: Maintain Security Operations Center space and systems as needed by ensuring student and analyst systems are available. Coordinate with other staff in DoIT as needed for workstation related tasks or space needs.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Job Duty | Security Training, Awareness, and Professional Development: Earn and maintain required security and related professional certifications. Attend regional security conferences when available following consultation with management.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Job Duty | Other duties as required.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 50
Job Duty | Security Technologies Operations: Troubleshoot and maintain security technologies such as firewalls, endpoint agents, prevention and detection systems on a rotating basis. Assist SRE staff as needed with project work.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25
Job Duty | Security Incident Response: Follow the six steps of incident response. Deliver reports as needed using current standards of the department. Conduct forensic investigations
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Job Duty | Administrative Tasks: Maintain Security Operations Center space and systems as needed by ensuring student and analyst systems are available. Coordinate with other staff in DoIT as needed for workstation related tasks or space needs.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Job Duty | Security Training, Awareness, and Professional Development: Earn and maintain required security and related professional certifications. Attend regional security conferences when available following consultation with management.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Job Duty | Other duties as required.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No
Hazardous weather category | Essential
Hazardous weather category | Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1
Desired Start Date |
Job Open Date | 07/21/2025
Job Close Date | 09/04/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by September 4, 2025. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/191471
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Desired Start Date |
Job Open Date | 07/21/2025
Job Close Date | 09/04/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by September 4, 2025. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/191471
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- List of References and Contact Information
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