Cedars-Sinai is hiring: Cybersecurity Operations Specialist - Hybrid in Los Ange

Cybersecurity Operations Specialist - Hybrid

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Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai! We were recently named one of the "Best Places to Work in IT 2025" by Computerworld and ranked #2 among large organizations for hybrid work.

Why work here?

Beyond an outstanding benefit package and competitive salaries, we take pride in hiring the best, most committed employees. Our staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a multifaceted, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

What will you be doing in this role:

• Versatility with a range of security tools and platforms (e.g., SIEM, EDR, firewall logs, threat intelligence feeds) to support alert triage and incident response.
• Strong analytical thinking skills with the ability to detect suspicious patterns, identify anomalies, and recognize emerging threats.
• Proficiency in reviewing logs across various systems (e.g., Windows, Linux, network devices) to identify anomalous or unauthorized activity.
• Ability to consistently meet response time expectations for alerts and incidents, maintaining a sense of urgency and accountability.
• Clear and structured documentation of investigation findings, remediation steps, and response actions for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Hybrid Remote = must currently live in Los Angeles area or willing to relocate to LA area for weekly onsite requirements.

Qualifications

Experience Requirements

• Two (2) plus years of experience in a cybersecurity operations role with a focus on investigating security alerts, analyzing logs, and supporting incident response activities across endpoint, network, and cloud environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of computer/network security, operating systems (UNIX/LINUX, Windows and NT).
• LAN/WAN networking protocols such as: TCP/IP, routing, firewalls, IDS/IPS, PKI and encryption.
• Solid understanding of core cybersecurity concepts including network protocols, common attack techniques (e.g., phishing, privilege escalation, lateral movement), endpoint and web-based threats, and access control principles relevant to security alert investigation and response.

Educational/Certification Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (preferred).
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certificate (preferred).

Req ID: 14121

Working Title: Cybersecurity Operations Specialist - Hybrid

Department: Information Security

Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Job Category: Information Technology

Job Specialty: IT Security

Overtime Status: EXEMPT

Primary Shift: Day

Shift Duration: 8 hour

Base Pay: $96,324.80 - $154,128

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