Information Systems and Security Engineer

Advocates for Human Potential, Inc; United States; Remote; USD 117,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Information Systems and Security Engineer to enhance its cybersecurity operations. In this pivotal role, you will implement and optimize security measures to protect sensitive information and ensure compliance with various regulations. Your expertise will be crucial in managing security alerts, conducting assessments, and improving the organization's overall security posture. Join a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community, while enjoying a supportive work environment that values employee well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with 3% match

Student loan repayment assistance

Employer-paid life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT and cybersecurity roles.
• Excellent documentation and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Strong experience with routing and switching concepts.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance requirements and implement technological controls.
• Monitor cybersecurity event logs and respond to threats.
• Oversee vendor relationships and act as primary contact.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Incident Response

Security Tool Implementation

Security Monitoring

Identity Access Management (IAM)

Data Governance

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Compliance

Analytical Skills

Cloud Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Microsoft Active Directory

Microsoft Entra ID

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Information Systems and Security Engineer

Are you a seasoned IT professional with a passion for harnessing technology to drive meaningful change? At Advocates for Human Potential (AHP), we're on a mission to make a lasting impact through technology.

AHP influences change in health and business systems to support vulnerable populations—from creating policy to engaging in ground-level, hands-on work. We help organizations and individuals reach their full potential through professional consulting; research, evaluation, and data analytics; technical assistance and training; and virtual solutions, publications, and events.

Our areas of expertise include behavioral health, mental health policy and services, substance use disorders, workforce development, homelessness, housing and employment programs, trauma-informed care, criminal justice, women and children, veterans, health care reform, and population health management.

As the Information Systems and Security Engineer you will be pivotal in implementing and optimizing our cybersecurity operations. Your responsibilities will include managing compliance requirements and implementing technological controls to ensure the company remains compliant. You will also be involved in managing security alerts from various security platforms and taking guided action when incidents arise, along with interacting with and managing various vendors the company engages with. Your cybersecurity expertise, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail will be critical in improving the company's security posture as we continue to grow.

Responsibilities

• Incident Response: Participate in Incident Response efforts, including preparation, detection, analysis, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident activities.
• Security Tool Implementation: Deploy, configure, and maintain cybersecurity tools and technologies to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and other threats.
• Security Monitoring: Monitor cybersecurity event logs to distinguish true positives and initiate appropriate responses to identified threats.
• Identity Access Management (IAM): Manage and improve IAM processes and solutions to ensure secure and efficient access control across all systems and platforms.
• Data Governance: Develop and enforce policies and procedures for data governance to ensure the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of critical data.
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Implement and oversee DLP strategies and technologies to prevent unauthorized access to, or disclosure of, sensitive information.
• Security Assessments and Compliance: Conduct regular security assessments and audits to ensure alignment with required security frameworks (e.g., CIS18, HITRUST, NIST) and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Implement Security Configurations: Implement controls and technologies to meet compliance requirements such as HIPPA, HITRUST, FISMA, etc.
• Process and Workflow Documentation: Document processes and workflows related to cybersecurity practices, including security and identity validation for sensitive transactions.
• Vendor Management: Oversee current vendor relationships and act as the primary point of contact for problems and meetings.
• Incident Response: Participate in Incident Response efforts, including preparation, detection, analysis, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident activities.
• Security Tool Implementation: Deploy, configure, and maintain cybersecurity tools and technologies to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and other threats.
• Security Monitoring: Monitor cybersecurity event logs to distinguish true positives and initiate appropriate responses to identified threats.
• Identity Access Management (IAM): Manage and improve IAM processes and solutions to ensure secure and efficient access control across all systems and platforms.

Qualifications

• Excellent documentation and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Active Directory environments.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Entra ID.
• Strong experience with routing and switching concepts.
• Hands-on work attitude and customer service experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven experience in cybersecurity, particularly in areas of incident response, security tool implementation, security monitoring, IAM, data governance, DLP, and compliance.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as CIS18, HITRUST, and NIST.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate the security of systems and to identify and mitigate risks.
• Ability to develop and maintain security documentation and procedures.
• Knowledge of current cybersecurity trends, threats, and techniques for protecting against them.
• Experience with cloud security best practices and technologies to protect critical infrastructure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to improve response times to threats.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or equivalent professional experience.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity roles, with a strong focus on security and compliance.

Research suggests that women and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they do not meet 100 percent of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive on our team to apply for this role.

Salary Range

$117,000 - $158,000

AHP, in an effort to be transparent with applicants about salary and in compliance with various state pay disclosure requirements, publishes the following information which is current as of the date of posting. The base salary range above represents the low and high end of the AHP salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be high or low in the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and education. The range listed is just one component of AHP’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, AHP provides a variety of benefits to employees, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, a retirement plan with a 3% match, student loan repayment assistance, employer-paid life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, and much more.

About

AHP influences change in health and business systems to support vulnerable populations—from creating policy to engaging in ground-level, hands-on work. We help organizations and individuals reach their full potential through professional consulting; research, evaluation, and data analytics; technical assistance and training; and virtual solutions, publications, and events.

Our areas of expertise include behavioral health, mental health policy and services, substance use disorders, workforce development, homelessness, housing and employment programs, trauma-informed care, criminal justice, women and children, veterans, healthcare reform, and population health management.

AHP is proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for nine consecutive years. We earned this credential based on extensive ratings provided by employees in anonymous surveys. We value employee well-being and are actively engaged in creating an environment that supports work-life balance, self-care, and mental and emotional health.

AHP is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer

AHP is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.