Cloud Information Security Manager

Ardent Health • Brentwood, TN

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About The Position

The Cloud Security Manager works independently and leads security professionals who design, maintain, and manage alerts in Microsoft Azure. The role collaborates with cloud infrastructure, architecture, network, cloud-provider, third-party vendor, contractor, and remote teams to identify potential security issues and resolve existing problems. It leads the administration, operations, and work of the security engineering team in support of Ardent’s vision and goals.

The manager promotes information security best practices, policies, standards, and guidance to safeguard proprietary data, physical infrastructure, and resources from internal and external threats. The role also supports Ardent’s Information Security Operations team and corporate, partner, and business units in advancing the company mission and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology, or specialized information security technical training.
• A reputable security certification, such as Microsoft AZ-500, CCSP, CISSP, or CISSP with HCISPP specialization.
• At least 6 years of progressive information security experience.
• Previous team lead or management experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud services.
• ITIL experience managing incidents, requests, and changes.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams in supporting security initiatives from implementation through operations.
• Ability to develop support documentation, including professional diagrams and operational documentation.
• Ability to prepare and present plans and designs to IT and business leaders.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines and deliverables.
• Knowledge of NIST or other industry security frameworks.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.
• Willingness to respond to security issues 24x7.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of federal and state laws concerning security and privacy of electronic information assets in healthcare, such as HIPAA and Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Graduate degree.
• Experience with cloud security strategies, policies, and standards.
• Data Loss Prevention design, implementation, and support experience.
• Ability to connect business requirements and risks to technology implementation for security-related activities.
• Ability to collaborate with IT&S and business-area professionals to identify and recommend appropriate security practices and controls.
• Strong customer service focus and ability to manage facility or client expectations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presenting technical information appropriately for the audience.
• Strong project management and collaboration skills in a cross-functional, dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and define cloud processes, procedures, and playbooks.
• Define and enforce compliance and security requirements for building and managing Microsoft’s cloud environment, including identity protection, data security, classification, DLP, and Copilot.
• Manage security team members and coordinate activities to deliver security compliance across Ardent’s growing Microsoft Azure footprint.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to advocate for and advance the organization’s security posture.
• Participate in tabletop exercises and training.
• Research and recommend solutions that meet security standards while preserving business continuity.
• Mentor security engineers and analysts in their professional growth.
• Assist with developing disaster recovery and contingency plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager