Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Cybersecurity Analyst I will assist in maintaining the security and integrity of Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) data. Basic knowledge of cybersecurity issues across all platforms and across all business units to include, but not limited to networking, applications, identity and access management, operating systems, cloud services, email gateway, privileged access management, vulnerability management, database security, data loss prevention, endpoint security and software development. Responsible for assisting with the installation, implementation, administration, monitoring and maintenance of all security architecture technology solutions at an entry level. Investigate, document, and report threats and vulnerabilities. Provide internal security assessments of new and existing technology, processes, systems, and projects.

This position is primary remote with onsite requirements 2 - 4x per year based on DTS events, all hands meetings, etc

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Cybersecurity Analyst I at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Knowledge of cybersecurity architecture technology solutions such as firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), vulnerability scanning and management, anti-virus management, certificate management, and data loss prevention (DLP).
• Ability to assess cybersecurity incidents or risks, gathers needed information, and find appropriate solutions.
• Ability to analyze processes and recommend improvements based on foundational knowledge.
• Ability to manage small projects and implementations with supervision.
• Knowledge of computer, network, and system and skills with an understanding of cybersecurity controls.
• Ability to use basic office productivity tools and manage time.
• Ability to communicate project status to management and other stakeholders. Present in front of small groups. Document processes.
• Install, implement, administer, monitor, and maintain cybersecurity architecture technology solutions with supervision.
• Monitor network, systems, and logs for events that could negatively impact the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of HMH systems and data. Investigate and respond to all potential incidents in accordance with prescribed procedures.
• Facilitate periodic risk assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability assessments and make cybersecurity enhancement recommendations to management.
• Research, evaluate and recommend cybersecurity related hardware and software to maintain a strong cybersecurity posture, including developing business cases for cybersecurity investments.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or equivalent degree. Work experience may be substituted.
• Understanding of endpoint security and protection, network security, and server security and protection.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within cybersecurity.
• Ability to discuss cybersecurity issues in understandable business terms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel to other HMH locations as needed.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Entry-level position with IT experience and/or system/network security experience.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity regulations and standards, HIPAA/HITECH and PCI-DSS.
• Knowledge of network and web protocols (i.e. TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, HTTPS, etc.).
• Knowledge of MS Windows, Active Directory, and best practice implementation methodologies.
• Knowledge of security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• Certified in at least one of the following:
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified Security+ | CompTIA
  • Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC)
  • Or other related cybersecurity certification

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!