Security Analyst - Contract - Columbia, SC

Security Analyst Location: Columbia, SC Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote). Interview Process: 1 round, Virtual/Online Duration: 12 Months Employment Type: Contract Experience Required: 05+ Years Candidate location: Candidate MUST be a SC resident. No relocation allowed. Project Scope: Seeking an experienced Security Analyst to support enterprise cybersecurity and data protection initiatives with a strong focus on Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Insider Risk Management, AI/Copilot data security, security monitoring, compliance, vendor security assessments, and incident response. The consultant will monitor and investigate security alerts, protect sensitive organizational data, support governance and compliance initiatives, conduct vendor security reviews, and collaborate with technical and business teams to strengthen the agency's overall cybersecurity posture. This role requires hands-on experience with modern data protection technologies, security operations, and enterprise risk ma...