Data Protection Specialist Expert

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Allentown, Northern (Lehigh County, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Data Protection Specialist Expert to lead cybersecurity policy development and enforcement, safeguarding digital assets across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

You will oversee threat monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management, coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure HIPAA, PCI DSS, and NIST CSF compliance while mentoring staff. This role requires an on-call commitment beyond regular hours.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related security work experience preferred.
• 7 years related work experience required.
• Experience with HIPAA, PCI DSS, and NIST CSF is preferred.
• Certifications CISSP or CISM are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate emerging technologies (AI-driven security, IoT protection) and integrate them into enterprise defense strategies.
• Perform real-time monitoring of networks, endpoints, and cloud environments using SIEM and EDR tools.
• Conduct threat intelligence analysis, including monitoring dark web activity and emerging attack techniques.
• Lead technical investigations of complex security incidents.
• Identify and remediate vulnerabilities in applications, networks, and cloud environments.
• Ensure technical implementations align with regulatory frameworks (HIPAA, PCI DSS, NIST CSF).

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

SIEM/EDR proficiency

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Azure

AWS

Job description

# Data Protection Specialist ExpertFull-TimeDay ShiftDepartmentCSS-Info Services TelecommunicationsShift DetailsDay Shift,Apply NowJob IDwd-JR141666PostedSeptember 10, 2026# Data Protection Specialist ExpertApply NowSearch More Jobs**Join a team that delivers excellence.**Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional healthcare experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the \"Best Hospitals\" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best healthcare possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. **Summary** Responsible for the system's development and enforcement of cybersecurity policy and strategy and protecting the organization's digital assets from cyber threats and attacks. Oversees the selection, development, deployment, monitoring, maintenance, and enhancement of the system's cybersecurity technology. Serves as a subject matter authority across multiple security domains, driving advanced strategies, architecture, and operational excellence. This role typically involves leadership in complex security initiatives, mentoring, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role is required to be on-call outside of regular working hours to respond to urgent issues and ensure continuous operational support. **Job Duties*** Evaluate emerging technologies (AI-driven security, IoT protection) and integrate them into enterprise defense strategies.* Perform real-time monitoring of networks, endpoints, and cloud environments using SIEM and EDR tools.* Conduct threat intelligence analysis, including monitoring dark web activity and emerging attack techniques.* Lead technical investigations of complex security incidents.* Identify and remediate vulnerabilities in applications, networks, and cloud environments.* Ensure technical implementations align with regulatory frameworks (HIPAA, PCI DSS, NIST CSF). **Minimum Qualifications*** in related field* and 10 years preferred work experience.* 7 years related work experience **Preferred Qualifications*** 10 years related work experience to be considered in lieu of degree.* Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures), and advanced persistent threats (APTs).* Expertise in securing Azure, AWS, and hybrid environments, including identity and access management* Understanding forensic methodologies, malware analysis, and chain-of-custody principles.* CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional - ISC2 CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)* CISM - Certified Information Security Manager - Information Systems Audit and Control Association CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) **Physical Demands** Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, \\*patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.