Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Homeland Talent Solutions; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 112,486 - 145,137; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to protect its information systems. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of professional IT experience, with at least 5 years in cybersecurity. This role offers a competitive salary range of $112,486–$145,137 and a comprehensive benefits package supporting health and wellness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in Information Technology.
• At least 5 years dedicated to cybersecurity.
• Equivalent work experience and/or relevant certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security alerts and incidents.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments.
• Develop and maintain security policies and standards.
• Lead investigations of security breaches.
• Support compliance initiatives including HIPAA and PCI-DSS.

Skills

Cybersecurity management

Incident response

Risk assessment

Vulnerability assessment

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

SIEM platforms

EDR platforms

NIST frameworks

CIS frameworks

Cybersecurity tools

Job description

Job Summary

Homeland has partnered with a leading regional healthcare system, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across East Tennessee, who is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join the team. This organization is recognized for its innovation, strong community presence, and dedication to excellence in both clinical services and technology. Under minimal supervision, the Senior Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for protecting the organization’s information systems and data assets from cyber threats.

This hybrid role involves monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, managing cybersecurity tools and platforms, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA and HITECH, while adhering to frameworks such as NIST and HITRUST. The Senior Cybersecurity Analyst will collaborate closely with IT infrastructure, application teams, and clinical departments to implement security best practices and maintain a secure environment across the enterprise.

If you’re a detail-oriented cybersecurity professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a mission-driven healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply and join a team dedicated to protecting the technology that supports exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security alerts and incidents using SIEM and EDR platforms
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation with system and network teams
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards aligned with NIST and CIS frameworks
• Lead investigations of security breaches and coordinate incident response activities
• Perform regular audits of access controls, user permissions, and privileged accounts
• Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure secure configurations and effective patch management
• Support compliance initiatives including HIPAA, HITECH, PCI‑DSS, and other regulatory requirements
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies for new technologies and projects
• Provide cybersecurity awareness training and guidance to staff across the organization
• Participate in IT and cross‑functional projects to embed security throughout the system lifecycle
• Stay informed of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and evolving cybersecurity technologies
• Assist in designing and implementing security architecture, including firewalls, VPNs, and identity management solutions
• Document and report on security metrics, incidents, and organizational risk posture to IT leadership
• Implement continuous security monitoring and perform threat intelligence analysis
• Support forensic investigations and digital evidence collection as needed
• Ensure secure cloud adoption and configuration across platforms such as Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365
• Research, prototype, and recommend new security tools, processes, and capabilities to enhance organizational controls
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams during audits and regulatory reviews
• Follow organizational policies, procedures, and safety standards; complete required annual training and participate in quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in Information Technology, including at least 5 years dedicated to cybersecurity within a large, complex environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; equivalent work experience and/or relevant certifications (such as Security+, CySA+, GSEC, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC) may be considered in lieu of a degree

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Benefits and Compensation

Our client offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, wellness, and work‑life balance. The salary range for this position is $112,486–$145,137 annually, with additional opportunities for professional growth and development included as part of the total compensation.

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EEO Notice

Homeland LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Homeland LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Homeland LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.