<p>Job Responsibilities</p> <p>Security Training Coordinator</p> <p>The Department of Administration's (Admin) Division of Information Security (DIS) is seeking a Security Training Coordinator to join the team. DIS is responsible for a variety of statewide policies, standards, programs and services related to cybersecurity and information systems, including the statewide coordination of critical infrastructure information. The Security Training Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive statewide information security training and awareness program. This role exists to equip state agency personnel, contractors, and stakeholders with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize, prevent, and respond to cybersecurity threats, while promoting a culture of security and compliance across the enterprise.</p> <p>If you are a forward-thinking technology trainer and a passion for security related topics, this position could be for you! You will have the opportunity to impact our agency as well as other state agencies all while ensuring our knowledge of the security world we live in is up to date. This is the time to join state government. We are growing, and marching towards the mission daily. This position is onsite in Columbia, South Carolina.</p> <p>Responsibilities of the Security Training Coordinator:</p> <ul> <li>Coordinate and manage a scalable security awareness and behavior change program to educate state employees on evolving cyber risks and best practices. Oversee campaign planning, training refresh cycles, and metrics tracking (e.g., phishing simulations). Ensure program content aligns with DIS-200 requirements and is tailored to various agency needs and maturity levels. </li><li>Develop and deliver interactive training sessions on cybersecurity, privacy, compliance, and professional skills. Support new service rollouts by providing onboarding and instructional content for agency consumption. </li><li>Lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Professional Development Program (PDP) for Information Security and Privacy roles across state government. </li><li>Ensure training pathways align with current frameworks (DIS-200, etc.), and workforce needs. Collaborate with DIS leadership to identify role-based competencies and guide workforce growth. </li><li>Manage the Learning Management System (LMS) for DIS-led training initiatives. Maintain course materials, enrollments, and completion records for audit readiness and compliance reporting. Generate dashboards and reports to provide training completion to DIS leadership and inform strategic decision-making. </li><li>Support additional tasks and projects assigned by DIS leadership. These may include cross-functional collaboration on emerging initiatives, public outreach, support for interagency training events, or assisting with DIS communication and engagement strategies. </li></ul> <p>Minimum and Additional Requirements</p> <ul> <li>A bachelor's degree with relevant experience in training and development. Relevant experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis. </li><li>Must have a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and the ability to translate technical topics into engaging, easy-to-understand training for a broad audience. </li><li>Must be skilled in developing and delivering engaging training using learning management systems (LMS), e-learning tools, and in-person instruction. </li></ul> <p>Additional Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>A solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, user-based threats (e.g., phishing, social engineering), and relevant compliance frameworks such as NIST, CIS Controls, HIPAA, or CJIS. </li><li>Strong communication and presentation abilities are essential, with the capacity to translate technical content for diverse audiences. </li><li>Strong organizational and project management skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams. </li></ul> <p>Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Training and development experience in the context of cybersecurity or information technology. </li></ul> <p>Additional Comments</p> <p>The Department of Administration 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.</p> <p>Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.</p> <p>The South Carolina Department of Administration offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click herefor additional information.</p> </li><li> <p>15 days annual (vacation) leave per year</p> </li><li> <p>15 days sick leave per year</p> </li><li> <p>13 paid holidays</p> </li><li> <p>Paid Parental Leave</p> </li><li> <p>S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)</p> </li><li> <p>Retirement benefit choices *</p> </li><li> <p>State Retirement Plan (SCRS)</p> </li><li> <p>State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)</p> </li><li> <p>Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.</p> </li></ul>