Security Analyst Project Lead

InterSources Inc.

Columbia, SC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Computer Security, Data Analysis, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Firewalls, GPEN - GIAC Penetration Tester, Hunting, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identify Issues, Incident Response, Information Technology Consulting, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Internet Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Linux Administration, Malware, Microsoft Active Directory, Network Administration/Management, Network Design, Online Marketing, Operational Support, Oracle, Phishing, Protective Services, Quality Assurance, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Root Cause Analysis, Security Analysis, Security Attacks, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Monitoring, Software Development, System Integration (SI), User Experience Design (UXD), User Interface Design, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Web Programming
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
30+ days ago
Job Title: Security Analyst – Project Lead (10792)
Location: Columbia (Remote – preference for local candidates) but local candidates preferred for occasional onsite needs.
Duration: 12 Months (Extension Possible)
Interview Process: 1 Round (Virtual) + Possible In-Person Round

Key Responsibilities
  • Monitor and analyze security events across SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and threat intelligence platforms
  • Investigate and respond to security incidents, including phishing, malware, and policy violations
  • Perform deep-dive threat analysis and determine root cause and impact
  • Create detailed incident reports, timelines, and remediation recommendations
  • Tune detection rules and improve SOC playbooks and workflows
  • Collaborate with engineering teams for tool optimization and integrations
  • Conduct proactive threat hunting using latest TTPs (MITRE ATT&CK aligned)
  • Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for security services across state agencies
  • Document runbooks, processes, and troubleshooting procedures

Required Skills
  • 2+ years of experience in Security Monitoring and Incident Response
  • 2+ years of experience with MITRE ATT&CK framework
  • 2+ years of experience in dashboard creation and reporting

Preferred Skills
  • Experience with Palo Alto Cortex XSIAM/XDR
  • Knowledge of Linux, network administration, and network design
  • Experience with:
    • Firewalls
    • VPN technologies
    • Active Directory
    • IDS/IPS systems
  • Local to South Carolina (preferred but not mandatory)

Education & Certifications
Required:
  • Associate's degree in IT / Information Security OR
  • Equivalent experience (4 years in lieu of degree)
  • 2+ years supporting large SOC operations
Preferred:
  • Certifications such as:
    • CISSP / CISA / CISO
    • CEH / OSCP / GPEN
    • Vendor-specific security certifications
About Us:
InterSources Inc, is a Small, Woman, and Minority-Owned Business Enterprise, ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 Type 2 certified company with massive 18+ years of diversified experience in providing IT Consulting Services, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Application Development, Cloud Services, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, ERP Management, Custom Software Development, Web Development, UI/ UX Design, System Integration, QA Support etc. We make reasonable accommodations for clients and employees, and we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute including race, religion, color, national origin, gender sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or marital status. We also are a Google Cloud and Oracle partner company.

About the Company

I

InterSources Inc.

It’s all about harnessing the real power of data. InterSources Inc was founded in 2007 providing intelligent data solutions to clients across industries and geographies.

Over the years, we have built products on Business Intelligence & Big Data platform simplifying and transforming the way business intelligence and real-time data analytics empower Corporations and end-users using Softwares like Tableau, Business Objects, MicroStrategy, etc.

In the process, we have enabled companies to use data analytics to help better understand, predict and influence consumer behavior, identify new market opportunities as they emerge, provide to users the data they need, alert the user when and why key business metrics have changed and enable them to make smart decisions.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
2007
WEBSITE
https://www.intersourcesinc.com/