"Information Security Analyst"

Posting Summary

Classification Title: IT Security Specialist/ Analyst I

Classification Code: AM80

Pay Band: 6

Internal Title: Information Security Analyst

Department: Information Technology Services

Position Type: PCLS - Slotted Classified

Full or Part Time: Full-Time

Basis: 12 mo.

Hours per week: 37.5 hours per week

Normal Work Schedule: Mon-Thu: 8-5 ; Fri: 8-12:30

Job Details

Coastal Carolina University’s Information Technology Services is looking for an information security analyst who is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and mitigating cybersecurity and compliance risks. The analyst will also aid in the development of solutions, research new technologies, assist in policy changes, and recommend content for security awareness programs.

How to Apply: Interested candidates may apply online at https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/120465. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Required Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in information technology systems, computer science, or related field and experience in information technology systems or related area. Relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with incident response, security monitoring, data loss prevention, implementing security controls, administering vendor supplied security software, risk assessment, security and privacy compliance, and/or participating on disaster recovery planning team.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Research information security events, incidents, and issues to isolate and identify root or systemic causes. Responds according to policy and best practices.
• Assists business units and operational teams with information security risk assessments and audits.
• Gathers, compiles, and synthesizes information for security processes and systems around vulnerabilities and risk.
• Aids in the development of solutions through security partnerships and research on new technologies, required policy changes, and vendor offerings.
• Recommends content for information security training and awareness programs.

IT Security Specialist/Analyst I (AM80/61122728/ FTE -S01096P), full-time position with benefits. SC State Pay Band: 06. Salary range: $47,588.00 (minimum) – $67,817.00 (midpoint). Normal work hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Must be flexible to meet the special scheduling needs of the university.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Possess knowledge of system and network security for various operating systems and local area networks. Experience with security tools and technologies for deploying, managing, measuring, and auditing system and network security. Has a foundational understanding of application, hosted service, and cloud security principles. Capable of contributing to the creation of detailed technical documentation on security processes and procedures. Demonstrates basic analytical and problem-solving skills. Understands risk concepts and principles. Communicates effectively with audiences of varying technical knowledge levels.

Posting Number: FTE-S01096P

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 01/12/2026

Job Open Date: 12/11/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Quicklink for Posting: https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/120465