Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union · 3 hours ago
Cybersecurity Analyst
Columbia, SC
Contract
Onsite
Mid LevelPalmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to support the protection of their systems, networks, and data within a regulated financial services environment. The role involves monitoring security alerts, investigating suspicious activities, and maintaining cybersecurity procedures to ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory expectations.
AccountingBankingFinancial ServicesNon Profit
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze system and network logs using SIEM and vulnerability detection tools to identify suspicious and unknown activity; support proactive threat hunting activities
Perform routine reviews of firewall, network, server, and endpoint configurations; document findings and coordinate remediation actions with Infrastructure and application owners
Participate in incident response activities including triage, investigation, containment support, evidence collection, and post-incident documentation; assist with tabletop exercises and basic forensic analysis as needed
Administer and support security systems and controls, validating that system, network, and vendor configurations align with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and security best practices
Assist with vendor security due diligence by reviewing security documentation, completing questionnaires, and documenting risks and recommended control requirements
Support third-party audits and NCUA examinations by gathering evidence, preparing documentation, participating in interviews as needed, and tracking remediation items to closure
Contribute to internal audits and risk assessments by testing controls, documenting findings, and helping compile periodic risk and compliance reporting
Assist with security policy and standards maintenance by recommending updates based on new threats, control gaps, or audit findings
Support the security awareness program by helping manage phishing/social engineering tests, updating training content, and partnering with Marketing on member-facing education materials
Maintain current knowledge of emerging threats, tools, and best practices; share relevant updates with the team and incorporate into procedures where appropriate
Assist with the review and testing of disaster recovery and business continuity plans, including evidence collection and documenting test results and improvement actions
Create, maintain, and update cybersecurity procedures and runbooks; ensure guidance is version-controlled, periodically validated, and aligned to current tools and response workflows
Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational security objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, related field, or equivalent experience
CompTIA Security+ and CompTIA CySA+ are required within 180 days of employment. Candidates without current certifications are encouraged to apply
Hands-on experience with incident response (triage, containment, eradication, post-incident reporting) and leading tabletop exercises
Experience operating and improving security monitoring capabilities (SIEM/EDR/XDR), including alert tuning, escalation paths, and operational metrics
Proven track record managing vulnerability management and remediation programs (scanning, prioritization, patch coordination, verification)
Demonstrated experience in risk management and governance policy development, exception handling, control validation, and reporting to senior leadership
Experience leading third-party risk management / vendor due diligence, including security assessments, contract/security addenda review, and onboarding approvals
Direct experience supporting and responding to audits/exams (e.g., internal audit, external auditors, regulators), including evidence gathering, management responses, and remediation tracking
Familiarity with Windows Server and Linux Operating Systems
Familiarity with M365
Company
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union renders lending, savings, loans, credit cards, refinancing and banking services.
Founded in 1936
201-500 employees
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President & Chief Executive Officer
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Executive Vice President - COO/CFO
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