Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

The Sr. Security Engineer for Third Party Risk and Acquisitions plays a pivotal role to proactively assess, mitigate, and manage security risks associated with third-party vendor relationships and the integration of newly acquired healthcare entities and joint ventures. This role is dedicated to ensuring the security and privacy of healthcare data while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, including HIPAA. By identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and supporting informed decision-making during mergers and acquisitions, the Security Engineer plays a vital role in safeguarding patient information, business continuity, and the ethical delivery of healthcare services in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. The Security Engineer supports our mission to provide exceptional patient care by safeguarding sensitive information and upholding the highest standards of data security and compliance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

STANDARD EXPECTATIONS:

• Complies with organizational policies, procedures, performance improvement initiatives and maintains organizational and industry policies regarding confidentiality.
• Communicate clearly and effectively to person(s) receiving services and their family members, guests and other members of the health care team.
• Develops constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintains them over time.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of cybersecurity experience, with a preference for at least 3 years in third party risk or mergers and acquisitions.
• Expertise: Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices. Proven experience in healthcare security and knowledge of industry regulations, such as HIPAA and HITECH.
• Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse teams and vendors.
• Compliance: Knowledge and understanding of relevant legal and regulatory requirements, such as: Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Payment Card Industry/Data Security Standard (PCI).
• Frameworks: Proficiency in common information security management frameworks, such as ITIL, Center for Internet Security (CIS) Critical Security Controls (CSC), and NIST, including 800-53 and Cybersecurity Framework and SP 800-161: Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management Practices for Systems and Organizations
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Technology Proficiency: Candidates must be capable of effectively evaluating and implementing technical alternatives, staying up to date with emerging technologies, risk assessment methodologies, and incident response.
• Self-Motivation: Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Multitasking: Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously within strict time frames and adapt to frequent priority changes.
• Adherence: Capability to work within established policies, procedures, and practices set by the organization.
• Language Skills: Proficient in English to provide and receive instructions and directions effectively.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certifications: Desired by not required: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA), Shared Assessments Certified Third Party Risk Professional (CTPRP) or Certified Third Party Risk Assessor (CTPRA), or other similar credentials.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

This position is an Individual Contributor

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