Position Overview:
The Security Operations Engineer will be responsible for maintaining the security posture of our organization by implementing, managing, and monitoring security measures and controls. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify security vulnerabilities, respond to security incidents, and mitigate risks effectively.
About Center of Excellence:
Centers of Excellence (COE) are teams whose primary goal is to provide expertise in a specific field. COEs will usually provide support through training, research, and skilled leaders. In the case of HealthEdge, our Centers of Excellence incorporate the Human Resources, IT, Legal and Financial fields, all of which provide support to our Product divisions and allows the enterprise to move forward and achieve its goals.
Your Impact:
- Implement and maintain advanced security tools and technologies, including next-generation firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, Extended Detection and Response (XDR) platforms, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, and Security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) solutions.
- Proactively monitor security events and alerts to detect and respond to security incidents with urgency and thoroughness.
- Refine and test incident response plans and procedures to effectively address security breaches and minimize their impact on the organization.
- Foster collaboration with IT and development teams to ensure security best practices are seamlessly integrated into all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
- Stay abreast of the latest security threats, trends, and technologies to continuously enhance the organization's security posture and resilience against cyber threats.
- Provide guidance and support to internal teams on security-related matters, including conducting security awareness training and educational initiatives.
- Perform as a Subject Matter Expert in security incident investigations and post-incident analysis to identify root causes and implement measures to prevent future occurrences.
- Assist in the formulation and enforcement of comprehensive security policies, standards, and procedures that align with industry best practices.
- Maintain meticulous documentation related to security configurations, processes, and procedures to ensure transparency and accountability.
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent work experience with a strong emphasis on security.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in a security operations role, with a preference for experience in a SaaS or cloud-based environment.
- Hands-on experience with a wide array of security tools such as IDS/IPS, SIEM, XDR, SOAR, and vulnerability management systems.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash, with a strong emphasis on security automation.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with an unwavering attention to detail and a proactive approach to threat detection and mitigation.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment, demonstrating strong leadership and mentorship skills.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are strongly preferred and will be considered an asset.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of conveying complex security concepts to a diverse audience.
Geographic Responsibility: While this role is based out of our office in Burlington, MA, you may live anywhere in the U.S.
Type of Employment: Full-time, permanent
Travel %: 5%
FLSA Classification (USA Only): Exempt
Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
- The employee is occasionally required to move around the office. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Work across multiple time zones in a hybrid or remote work environment.
- Long periods of time sitting and/or standing in front of a computer using video technology.
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May require travel dependent on company needs.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the job being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. HealthEdge reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Candidates may be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check.
HealthEdge is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to workforce diversity and actively encourage all qualified persons to seek employment with us, including, but not limited to, racial and ethnic minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities.
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