IT Security Analyst

Cybersecurity Jobs; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearview Cancer Institute in Huntsville, AL seeks an IT Security Analyst to monitor security operations, manage risk, and support incident response across clinical and administrative environments.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, vulnerability management, and ongoing security improvements. Onsite work with CrowdStrike, Microsoft 365, and MFA controls is required, with staff education and awareness a key focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, IT, or a related field.
• About 5 years IT experience (networks, systems, or help desk).
• Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, Network+, Pentest+, or CISSP preferred.
• Healthcare or HIPAA experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts, logs, and reports to detect activity and support response.
• Support HIPAA Security Rule compliance activities, including risk assessments and audits.
• Manage vulnerability and patch remediation across all sites.
• Administer endpoint, email, and identity security controls using CrowdStrike, Microsoft 365, and MFA.
• Conduct ongoing risk assessments and security audits to demonstrate compliance.
• Stay current on security trends to strengthen the organization’s posture.
• Develop and maintain an incident response plan for security breaches.
• Investigate security incidents, perform root cause analyses, and recommend fixes.
• Provide education and training to staff on security awareness and compliance.
• Provide general IT support and assist with project work as needed.

Skills

Intrusion detection systems

Firewalls

Encryption

Vulnerability assessment

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field

Approximately 5 years IT experience

Certifications preferred: Security+, CySA+, Network+, Pentest+, CISSP

Tools

CrowdStrike

Microsoft 365

MFA

Intrusion detection systems

Firewalls

Encryption

Vulnerability assessment

Job description

The IT Security Analyst supports day-to-day security operations at Clearview Cancer Institute, with a focus on monitoring, compliance evidence, vulnerability management, and incident response across network, clinical, and administrative environments.

Role Location and Work Setup

Huntsville, AL (Onsite)

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts, logs, and reports to detect activity, proactively mitigate risks, and support timely response.
• Support HIPAA Security Rule compliance activities, including risk assessments and audit documentation.
• Manage vulnerability and patch remediation across all sites.
• Administer endpoint, email, and identity security controls using CrowdStrike, Microsoft 365, and MFA.
• Conduct ongoing risk assessments and security audits to maintain and demonstrate compliance.
• Stay current on emerging security trends, threats, and technologies to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
• Develop and maintain an incident response plan for security breaches and incidents involving sensitive data.
• Investigate security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Provide education and training to staff and stakeholders to support security awareness and compliance.
• Provide general IT support and assist with project work as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong understanding of security technologies, tools, and methodologies, including intrusion detection systems, firewalls, encryption, and vulnerability assessment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with stakeholders across departments and organizational levels.

Education, Experience, and Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Approximately 5 years of IT experience (networking, systems, or help desk).
• Industry certifications preferred, such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, Network+, Pentest+, or CISSP.
• Healthcare or HIPAA experience is a plus.

Security Tools and Technologies

• CrowdStrike
• Microsoft 365
• MFA
• Intrusion detection systems
• Firewalls
• Encryption
• Vulnerability assessment

Working Conditions

• Based in the IT department within a busy oncology/hematology/radiation clinic environment.
• No direct patient contact.
• May require working more than 40 hours per week depending on circumstances.
• May be on-call in the event of power outages, weather events, special events, and similar situations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit at a desk for up to two-thirds of the day on some days.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when transporting materials or equipment.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers for working with power cords, tools, and related equipment.

Reporting

This position is not a supervisory role.