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Salary: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 26-104
Agency: State Law Enforcement Division (SLED)
Division: Information Technology & Security
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: AF20
Position Number:: 61151677
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN10
Hiring Range - Min.: $65,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $75,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must complete the on-line State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application, nor will it be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
About SLED
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is a premier statewide law enforcement agency dedicated to serving and protecting the citizens of South Carolina. With a proud history rooted in integrity, professionalism, and public service, SLED is committed to providing high-quality investigative, intelligence, and forensic services to support law enforcement agencies across the state.
At SLED, we value dedication, ethical conduct, accountability, and a strong commitment to justice. Our agency plays a vital role in maintaining public safety and supporting criminal justice efforts at the local, state, and federal levels. From advanced forensic science to homeland security, criminal investigations, and criminal justice information systems, SLED's diverse responsibilities make it one of the most dynamic law enforcement agencies in the state.
We foster a professional work environment where teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement are fundamental. Our employees are held to the highest standards and are given opportunities to grow within a mission-driven organization that makes a meaningful difference in South Carolina communities.
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General Responsibility
Manage and coordinate professional work examining, evaluating, and/or monitoring conformity with laws, regulation, information security, privacy or other business standards. Supervise compliance activities as it relates to the CJIS, PCI, and CALEA conformity.
Specific Duties

• Plan, organize, and monitor regulatory enforcement activities to ensure that all applicable statues, regulations, industry standards are met. Provide reports and advise senior management on regulatory requirements and emerging risk. Support the maintenance of the information security framework by updating controls in conjunction with changes in the regulatory environment.
• Support risk management activities (e.g. risk assessments, gap analysis, business impact analysis) to identify current and future threats and help organization reach an acceptable level of risk. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of risk controls and make recommendations for improvement.
• Aid with the establishment and maintenance of the agency's information security program and associated strategies to support the business processes and overall goals of the organization. Enforce security requirements during the design, development, testing, and delivery of information systems.
• Assist with the classification of data based on its sensitivity level and ensure that data is properly managed and secured according to regulatory requirements and enterprise adopted standards. Identify and document data handling and storage requirements for each classification level. Monitor and audit data usage to ensure compliance with classification policies.
• Develop and deliver security awareness programs to educate employees on governance, risk, and compliance requirements and expectations for the organization. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the security awareness programs and provide recommendations for improvements.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years relevant work experience.
• Moderate knowledge of system networks, diagrams, firewalls, routers, and other security devices.
• Knowledge of cyber security frameworks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) program management.
• Ability to act as liaison and effectively communicate information security topics (e.g., data constraints, information needs) to both technical and non-technical audiences throughout the state.
• Travel statewide, including overnight travel, will be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• CISA, CRISC, or CISM certifications are preferred.

Additional Comments
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
SLED offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself may be grounds for disqualification.
Conditional selection based on candidate education, training, experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university?

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• No

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If you have a degree, what was your major area of study?
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Please describe any relevant experience you may have.
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I understand that this position will require statewide travel, including overnight travel when necessary.

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• No

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If offered the position, are you willing to accept a salary offer between $65,000 and $75,000?

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• No

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As part of the application process, are you willing to submit to a background investigation to include: a criminal history check, driving record, history of drug use, employer and personal reference checks?

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• No

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Have you ever used/experimented with any illegal drugs? If yes, provide name of drug and last date used.
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Have you ever purchased or sold any illegal drugs? If yes, provide name of drug and date of action.
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As a condition of employment, I understand that all sworn and non-sworn employees, including contract and temporary employees will be subject to random drug testing.

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I have read each question carefully and affirm or attest that all questions answered are true and correct?

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Will you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the selection procedures (e.g., interview, written tests, or job demonstrations)?If yes, contact the human resources office of the S.C. Law Enforcement Division.

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How did you learn about this career opportunity? (Careers.SC.Gov; LinkedIn; Employee Referral; Career Fair; Direct E-Mail; Etc.) Please specify below.
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