Position : IT Operations Lead with Cybersecurity
Location : Columbia , SC
Client : State of SC
Position id : 14154
Contract to Hire Role
Local Candidates
Contract-to-hire placement of a senior IT leader to serve as second-in-command of the STO IT Division, with intent to convert to a full-time state position upon successful completion of the contract period. This role will oversee IT operations in coordination with the IT Operations Manager, who will report to this position and manage daily operations; oversee managed-service and shared-services vendor relationships; and support the agency's cybersecurity and compliance programs in a regulated financial environment.
Daily Duties / Responsibilities:
• Oversee infrastructure, business application, and helpdesk services delivered by internal staff and managed service providers, holding vendors to performance and accountability standards.
• Serve as primary operations liaison to statewide shared-services providers.
• Participate in the agency's Information Security Team, including incident response, vulnerability management, risk assessments, and remediation.
• Support access control reviews, audits, and policy compliance.
• Oversee enterprise system integrations with the State's SAP environment, financial institutions, and third-party systems.
• Track contract renewals, assist with procurement and budget monitoring, annual audit and reporting, and contribute to long-range technology planning.
• Supervise, develop, and direct IT staff as a member of the IT Division leadership team.
• Monitor and perform occasional rotating after-hours work to address incidents, support system maintenance, and meet deadlines.
Work Mode (Hybrid, Onsite, Remote):
Onsite – 1200 Senate Street, Columbia, SC; Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.
Required Skills (Rank in order of Importance):
1. 6+ years of progressive IT experience managing complex information technology functions
2. 3+ years of full-time supervisory experience in an IT environment
3. Experience managing IT services delivered through managed service providers or outsourced vendors, including SLA and performance management
4. Leadership experience in cybersecurity operations: incident response, vulnerability management, and risk assessment
5. Working knowledge of Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Intune Preferred Skills (Rank in order of Importance):
1. IT experience in state government, financial services, or other regulated environments, including audit, compliance, and risk management
2. Experience working within shared-services models in state government
3. Project management experience
4. Enterprise system and integration experience (SAP, financial institution interfaces, secure file transfer)
5. IT procurement, contract management, and budget experience
Additional Skills:
Highly effective written and verbal communication; proven ability to build and foster a team-oriented environment; sound judgment and discretion with sensitive information; ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines; availability for occasional after-hours work. Candidates must be able to pass a background and credit check prior to start.
Physical requirements: Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and to bend, reach, and work under desks and in equipment areas as needed for hardware support.
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
Required Certifications:
None required
Preferred Certifications:
1. CISSP
2. CISM
3. CompTIA Security+
4. ITIL
5. PMP
Interview Process:
1. Virtual Interview
2. Onsite interview
3. Work sample – guided situation-based questionnaire
4. Final Onsite Interview with Senior Leadership
Required Skills
Skill Type
Skill Name
6+ years of progressive IT experience managing complex information technology functions
3+ years of full-time supervisory experience in an IT environment
Experience managing IT services delivered through managed service providers or outsourced vendors, including SLA and performance management
Leadership experience in cybersecurity operations: incident response, vulnerability management, and risk assessment
Working knowledge of Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Intune
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
Preferred Skills
Skill Type
Skill Name
IT experience in state government, financial services, or other regulated environments, including audit, compliance, and risk management
Experience working within shared-services models in state government
Project management experience
Enterprise system and integration experience (SAP, financial institution interfaces, secure file transfer)
IT procurement, contract management, and budget experience
At least one of the following Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, ITIL, PMP
Attachment:
Job Title:
Assistant IT Director
# of Openings:
1
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Company / Department culture (why do you enjoy working for the company – selling points for potential candidates):
The State Treasurer's Office safeguards and manages South Carolina's public funds, so the work carries real public impact and high standards for security and accountability. The IT Division is a small, collaborative team working in a modern, largely cloud-based environment. Infrastructure is delivered through a managed service partner, allowing
this role to focus on engaged oversight, strategy, security, service delivery, project
management, and vendor performance/accountability. The IT team focuses on delivering consistent, high-touch experience to every user, from front-line staff to executive leadership.
The Assistant IT Director is a member of the IT leadership team and the agency's Information Security Team, with direct exposure to senior and executive staff. This position will be delegated both leadership and tactical responsibilities – all leadership roles are considered working managers with the willingness to roll up their sleeves and tackle any challenge.
This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a clear path to a full-time(FTE) state position, including full state benefits (retirement, health insurance, and paid state holidays). This is a 5 days onsite role with a downtown Columbia, SC location.
Daily Duties / Responsibilities:
Work Mode (Hybrid, Onsite, Remote):
Onsite – 1200 Senate Street, Columbia, SC; Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.
Required Skills (Rank in order of Importance):
Preferred Skills (Rank in order of Importance):
Additional Skills:
Highly effective written and verbal communication; proven ability to build and foster a team-oriented environment; sound judgment and discretion with sensitive information; ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines; availability for occasional after-hours work. Candidates must be able to pass a background and credit check prior to start.
Physical requirements: Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and to bend, reach, and work under desks and in equipment areas as needed for hardware support.
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
Required Certifications:
None required
Preferred Certifications:
Interview Process:
Schedule Interview: How soon can you schedule an interview (date / times)? After qualified candidates have been evaluated
