Information Security Specialist I (montagehealth)

Job Description

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Job Description:

Under the leadership of the department director and Information Security Manager, the Information Security Specialist I is responsible for performing day-to-day operational information security tasks, such as responding to alerts, assessing threats, and coordinating mitigation and remediation. Monitors, maintains, and improves systems and processes to improve security of enterprise networks, servers, endpoints, applications, and databases. Engages frequently in active threat hunting. Administers security-related enterprise systems. Performs security audits of systems and accounts. Is able to correlate information to detect, assess, and respond to threats, alerts, and incidents. Arranges and administers security measures to restrict unauthorized use of systems and databases. Investigates and determines cause of security incidents; coordinates/executes preventative and remediation measures.  Performs ongoing vulnerability assessments including vulnerability scanning, reporting, threat identification, and coordination of mitigation and remediation related to networked devices and systems. Performs other duties as assigned. Participates in on-call rotation for after-hours alerts as member of Information Security Team. Due to the sensitive and critical nature of this position, must abide by security policies, processes, and procedures and timelines set within them and must exercise good judgment in handling sensitive information. Implements new controls and security measures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures for various operating systems.

Experience

Two (2) or more years of information security and systems administration experience. Knowledge of a scripting and system command language required. Knowledge of data processing concepts, computer operations procedures, and software applications.

Familiarity with networking and system monitoring tools. Ability to read and follow complex technical instructions, maintains written records, and communicates both verbally and in written format.  Ability to multi-task, make independent judgments in solving problems and work as a team member. Familiarity with hospital application systems. Familiarity with security frameworks and standards. Must exercise good judgment in handling sensitive information. Implements new controls and security measures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures for various operating systems.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or in a technical field with heavy emphasis on information security, operating systems, and/or computer hardware, or equivalent experience in information technology or security. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Licensure/Certifications

Security+ and Cyber Security Analyst or higher security certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Range (based on years of applicable experience)

$122,262 to $163,446

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Assigned Work Hours:

Full time (exempt)

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