Focused HR Solutions
A 44/77 - 750759 - Security Engineer
Focused HR Solutions, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Overview
Our direct client has an opening for a Security Engineer with Healthcare experience (Job #750759). This is a 12+ month contract with the option of extension. The position is remote, but the contractor may be required to be on-site in Raleigh, NC, as requested for meetings. Candidate must work EST business hours.
Responsibilities
Oversee and secure the organization’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, including managing access controls and conducting security audits.
Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines specific to the EHR environment; ensure compliance with HIPAA, HITECH, and other applicable regulations.
Collaborate with IT, clinical, and compliance teams to protect patient data and the integrity of the EHR system.
Monitor and enforce appropriate EHR access controls, conduct regular security audits, and mitigate identified risks or vulnerabilities.
Coordinate with stakeholders to implement and maintain security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption) as applicable to the EHR system.
Oversee user provisioning/de-provisioning and manage RBAC; ensure logs and access records are maintained for auditing and compliance.
Respond to and investigate security incidents; perform risk assessments for new modules or integrations; coordinate breach notification where required.
Collaborate with EHR implementation/optimization teams to integrate security into deployments; align with overall cybersecurity strategy.
Stay informed about emerging threats and best practices; recommend improvements to the EHR security environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (relevant experience may substitute for formal education).
Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, HCISPP) are highly desirable.
3–5 years of IT security experience, preferably in healthcare; experience with EHR systems and HIPAA/privacy/security audits.
Knowledge of RBAC, identity management, and data encryption in healthcare IT; familiarity with healthcare regulations including HIPAA and HITECH.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and cross-functional communication skills.
Ability to manage security incidents and respond effectively; familiarity with healthcare IT infrastructure (networks, firewalls, database security).
Working Conditions
Occasional travel to different healthcare facilities within the organization.
On-call availability for security incidents.
Notes By applying, you may receive additional job advertisements. This description retains the core responsibilities and qualifications of the role without extraneous site-specific or marketing copy.
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Responsibilities
Oversee and secure the organization’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, including managing access controls and conducting security audits.
Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines specific to the EHR environment; ensure compliance with HIPAA, HITECH, and other applicable regulations.
Collaborate with IT, clinical, and compliance teams to protect patient data and the integrity of the EHR system.
Monitor and enforce appropriate EHR access controls, conduct regular security audits, and mitigate identified risks or vulnerabilities.
Coordinate with stakeholders to implement and maintain security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption) as applicable to the EHR system.
Oversee user provisioning/de-provisioning and manage RBAC; ensure logs and access records are maintained for auditing and compliance.
Respond to and investigate security incidents; perform risk assessments for new modules or integrations; coordinate breach notification where required.
Collaborate with EHR implementation/optimization teams to integrate security into deployments; align with overall cybersecurity strategy.
Stay informed about emerging threats and best practices; recommend improvements to the EHR security environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (relevant experience may substitute for formal education).
Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, HCISPP) are highly desirable.
3–5 years of IT security experience, preferably in healthcare; experience with EHR systems and HIPAA/privacy/security audits.
Knowledge of RBAC, identity management, and data encryption in healthcare IT; familiarity with healthcare regulations including HIPAA and HITECH.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and cross-functional communication skills.
Ability to manage security incidents and respond effectively; familiarity with healthcare IT infrastructure (networks, firewalls, database security).
Working Conditions
Occasional travel to different healthcare facilities within the organization.
On-call availability for security incidents.
Notes By applying, you may receive additional job advertisements. This description retains the core responsibilities and qualifications of the role without extraneous site-specific or marketing copy.
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