Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
State of South Carolina
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IT Security Specialist I - 60024964
State of South Carolina
Department of Education
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$52,100 - $88,600
per year
Type
Closes
March 3, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves creating and managing security rules for computer systems to keep data safe and accessible in a state education department.
The role includes helping with security checks, responding to issues, leading programs, and communicating with teams inside and outside the agency.
It's a good fit for someone with a tech background who enjoys problem-solving and ensuring systems stay secure.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field (or equivalent relevant experience on a year-for-year basis)
- At least two years of experience in information security
- Experience in business continuity planning
- Experience in disaster recovery planning
- Ability to design, implement, maintain, and assess information security policies and procedures
- Skills in risk and vulnerability assessments, monitoring, and responding to security issues
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with internal and external partners and presenting on security topics
Full Job Description
The person in this position will design, implement, maintain, and assess agency information security policies and procedures, in order to comply with existing policies protecting the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of computer systems and associated data.
Assist other members of the Chief Information Security Office (CISO) staff in completing support tickets, risk and vulnerabilities assessments, monitoring and responding to security and privacy issues.
Coordinate, create and lead various programs and initiatives. Establish clear communication between Chief Information Security Office, other internal agency offices, and external partners.
Complete reports and documentation. Present on various programs, initiatives, projects, and security awareness.
Complete all other tasks as assigned including various security and agency support duties.
This position is located in the Office of Information Technology.
Requirements
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Additional Information
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
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