Security Engineer

Davita Inc.; Kansas City (MO); Remote; Full time

Job summary

Children's Mercy is seeking a Security Engineer responsible for security tools installation and management. The ideal candidate will have experience in risk analysis, network scanning, and strong technical skills. Join an inclusive and compassionate team dedicated to improving the lives of children in Kansas City.

Benefits

Market competitive pay

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 1-2 years with a Master's Degree.
• Preferred certifications: CISSP, Security+, ISSEP, CEH, CCNA, CVA.
• Candidates with 5-7 years experience and HS diploma are also considered.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and manage security tools.
• Collaborate to improve the organization's security posture.
• Provide troubleshooting support for escalated issues.

Skills

Risk analysis

Network scanning

Network security configuration testing

Vulnerability assessments

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Firewalls

Endpoint protection

Monitoring systems

E-mail security systems

Privileged account management systems

Network access control

Job description

Requisition ID
2025-33614
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date
25 minutes ago (6/10/2025 1:11 PM)
Posting Category
Information Systems
Division
CYBERSECURITY
Work Type
Full Time
Work Days
M-F
Work Hours
8-5
FLSA Status
Exempt

Location : Name

Adele Hall
Recruiter : Full Name: First Last
Terry Worthington-Brown
Recruiter : Email
[e-mail]

Security Engineer

Requisition ID
2025-33614
Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date
25 minutes ago (6/10/2025 1:11 PM)
Posting Category
Information Systems
Division
CYBERSECURITY
Work Type
Full Time
Work Days
M-F
Work Hours
8-5
FLSA Status
Exempt

Location : Name

Adele Hall
Recruiter : Full Name: First Last
Terry Worthington-Brown
Recruiter : Email
[e-mail]


Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

The Security Engineer will be responsible for installing, configuring, and managing security tools to secure, log, and monitor network traffic and access to systems and applications to prevent data loss. The Security Engineer will be expected to research, test, and implement security solutions that align with industry and organizational best practices and compliance initiatives. In addition, this position requires significant hands-on technical expertise to ensure that all the required security best practices are followed and documentation is accurate and complete. The candidate should possess strong knowledge and experience with risk analysis, network scanning, network security configuration testing, and vulnerability assessments.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and manage various security tools owned by the Security Engineering team such as but not limited to firewalls, endpoint protection, monitoring systems, e-mail security systems, privileged account management systems, network access cont
• Contribute to and create Security Engineering project plans, coordinate vendors and inter-team participation, build and conduct tests, execute against the implementation plan, and track project progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues at all levels across all business and technology functions in order to prioritize and provide guidance on improving Children?s Mercy?s overall security posture.
• Provide 3rd level support and troubleshooting for issues escalated from Security Analysts and management.
• Establish secure VPN and remote support capabilities for internal employees and vendors

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required and 3-5 years' experience or
• Master's Degree and 1-2 year experience or
• HS diploma or equivalent and 5-7 years' experience
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Preferred
  • Security+ Preferred
  • Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) Preferred
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Preferred
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Preferred
  • Certified Vulnerability Assessor (CVA) Preferred

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Learn more about Children's Mercy benefits.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $39.59/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is entirely remote or work-from-home. The person hired must live in the Kansas City metro area and may attend on-site meetings, as scheduled.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.

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