Senior Engineer, IT Security

Job Description

Work Boldly. Live Brilliantly.

At AltaMed, we don’t just serve our communities, we are part of them. We have raised the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver because we think quality care is for everyone. And, we are determined to provide it no matter the challenges because this is more than a job. It’s the calling of our lives and it compels us to keep moving forward.

Job Overview

The Senior IT Security Engineer is responsible to identify, evaluate, and implement technical security controls to prevent, detect, contain, and respond to information security threats which includes supporting the technology efforts of AltaMed. This person is required to analyze threats using a variety of security technologies including a SIEM, email filtering, phishing detection, web filtering, firewalls, intrusion prevention, data loss prevention, and data encryption. Reviews and provides guidance for security configuration of Servers, Firewalls, VPN, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Routers and Switches. Required to lead projects and project teams within and outside the security department. Must maintain an in-depth understanding of current and emerging security threats, recommending upgrades to the organization's technical infrastructure to protect against such threats. This individual also assists in the development and maintenance of information security strategy and will be required to provide support across other technology and business units, ensuring the implementation and operation of the appropriate security controls across the organization are aligned with Information Security policies and standards.

Education and Experience :

1 Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Health / Business Administration or Information Technology required.

2 Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in information security as an engineer, architect or analyst required.

3 Knowledge and understanding of relevant legal and regulatory requirements (i.e. HIPAA, PCI, Privacy, etc.) is required.

4 At least one security industry certification is required (CISSP, CISM, CISA or SANS).

5 Knowledge of healthcare industry and hospital operations preferred.

6 Appropriate certification in risk management and / or health care compliance desirable.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance