Security Analyst - Contract - Columbia, SC

About Us Sunshine Enterprise USA is retained by our valued client to search and recruit for the following executive opening: Job Description 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 management. Key Responsibilities: · Monitor and administer Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies and security controls. · Investigate data loss, unauthorized access, and sensitive data exposure incidents. · Support Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) initiatives for AI and Microsoft Copilot. · Review and analyze the movement, storage, and sharing of sensitive information. · Monitor and triage security alerts from DLP, Insider Risk Management, DSPM, and related security platforms. · Investigate suspicious user activity and document findings according to established procedures. · Escalate security incidents and assist with containment, recovery, and post-incident activities. · Support Insider Risk Management investigations while maintaining confidentiality and proper chain of evidence. · Participate in third-party vendor security assessments and evaluate security documentation. · Assist with cybersecurity audits, compliance reviews, risk assessments, and control validation. · Prepare security reports, dashboards, and metrics for management and stakeholders. · Collaborate with technical and business teams to improve security policies, procedures, and governance practices. · Support cybersecurity awareness initiatives and recommend improvements to data protection controls. Required Skills & Experience: · 3+ years of experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity operations, including threat monitoring, incident response, and risk analysis. · 3+ years of hands-on experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Insider Risk Management, and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) for AI. · 3+ years of experience reviewing and triaging security alerts involving sensitive data. · Experience investigating unauthorized access, data movement, and security incidents. · Experience documenting security findings and escalating incidents following established procedures. · Experience collaborating with technical and non-technical teams to resolve security issues. · Strong understanding of enterprise data protection, governance, and cybersecurity best practices. Preferred Skills: · Experience with AI-driven security platforms, including Cortex and DSPM solutions. · Experience tuning DLP policies and Insider Risk Management alerts. · Experience supporting enterprise data governance initiatives. · Knowledge of Azure Security, Identity and Access Management (IAM), and Conditional Access. · Experience with security automation and scripting. · Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot security and AI governance. Education Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Required Certifications: CompTIA Security+ or GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) Preferred Certifications: Microsoft SC-100 Microsoft SC-200 Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Associate CISSP SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.