Info Security &Cybersecurity Engineer

Excellus BCBS•Rochester, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Information Security & Cybersecurity Engineer role develops, maintains, and coordinates the Organization’s information security activities in support of the Lifetime Healthcare Companies’ information security program. This position provides technical information security risk management and compliance services and support to the Organization’s lines of business and further provides information security consulting and support to all levels of the Organization’s management in support of the information security program. The cybersecurity disciplines range from Security Operations, Governance Risk and Compliance services, or Identity and Access Management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or relevant field. In lieu of degree, six (6) cumulative years of related experience required.
Hands on experience with the following operating systems preferred: mainframe, Windows, and UNIX (Linux, AIX, Solaris, etc.).
Basic knowledge of a minimum of one concept and/or tool listed below: o Encryption o PKI o Network and application security, and related firewalls (Palo Alto Networks, Imperva, etc.) o AD, LDAP, and various authentication implementations o Virus detection and end point security (McAfee preferred) o Vulnerability scanner and pen testing tools (e.g., Rapid 7, Nessus, Nexpose, Metasploit, Appscan, Burp suite, Ida Pro etc.) o IDS/IPS and related tools o SIEM and tools (e.g., ArcSight, Splunk, SolarWind LEM, QRadar, McAfee, etc.) o Common web application security vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP top ten)
Excellent verbal communications skills and concise written communication skills.
Excellent organization and multi-tasking skills.
Three (3) of related work experience, and basic knowledge of a minimum of two (2) concepts and/or tools listed above (under Level I).
Experience with security controls for operating systems, applications, and database management systems.
Experience in evaluating security software packages.
Experience with security automation, including associated reporting and notification.
Knowledge of network regulations, industry standards and operational constraints of networks systems.
Five (5) years of related work experience, and basic knowledge of a minimum of three (3) concepts and/or tools listed above (under Level I).
Experience providing work direction for one or more individual’s specific projects and initiatives.
Experience providing guidance and mentorship to more junior team members.
Knowledge of Security Frameworks and translating aspects into enhancing security postures.
Seven (7) years of related work experience, and basic knowledge of a minimum of four (4) concepts and/or tools listed above (under Level I).
Two (2) years demonstrated expertise in at least three (3) concentrations within information security technology.
Experience with creating and managing security architecture.

Nice To Haves

CISSP, CISA, CISM or other relevant security certification, or equivalent experience, and knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the design, implementation, and operation of Organization-wide security infrastructures.
Evaluates and proposes new security solutions and advises and consults with the security manager and various levels of management regarding protection of computing resources and information assets.
Assists in the maintenance and operational support for security technologies in defense against modern cybersecurity threats.
Delivers support for the Organization’s Information Security Framework and strives to improve maturity of the Information Security program in certain Framework domains.
Respond to requests within defined SLAs relating to various information security systems, programs, and processes.
Maintains risk management documentation to monitor lifecycle progress, track acceptance decisions, and catalog remediation actions.
Utilizes automated Governance, Risk, and Compliance tools to track artifacts of the risk management lifecycle.
Consults with information systems owners to categorize systems; select, implement, and assess controls; and frame, assess and monitor risk.
Enforces information security policies, standards, and procedures by administering and monitoring security reports; investigates possible security exceptions.
Delivers information risk management services for new and existing automation products and projects.
Participates in rotation of 24/7/365 on call coverage.
Assists in the execution of HIPAA, MAR, PCI, and COBIT compliance activities.
Integrates security tools and appropriate controls into new and existing systems and applications.
Assists in department self-audits, internal audits, external audit reviews, and risk assessments for the division and for end user departments.
Participates in security assessment of supplier and vendors develops recommendations to improve security and mitigate security risks.
Consistently demonstrates high standards of integrity by supporting the Lifetime Healthcare Companies’ mission and values, adhering to the Corporate Code of Conduct, and leading to the Lifetime Way values and beliefs.
Maintains high regard for member privacy in accordance with the corporate privacy policies and procedures.
Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.
Performs other functions as assigned by management.
Keeps abreast of cyber threat landscape and evolving mitigation approaches and techniques.
Performs as the Subject Matter Expert for at least one information security technology, processes, and practices internally to the Health Plan – including making recommendations relating to this technology.
Provides technical expertise and support to security administrators on distributed systems security and implements automated solutions for security administration requests.
Trains and provides technical support to Security Administrators and lower-level InfoSec & Cybersecurity Engineers on distributed system and application security.
Provides consultation and facilitation support services to the Organization and its subsidiaries in information security matters and ensures compliance with the Organization’s information security policies and standards.
Integrates security tools and appropriate controls into new systems and applications.
Acts as a security consultant for Organization’s IT platforms, databases, middle-wares, and messaging systems (with oversight from a more senior analyst).
Performs as the Subject Matter Expert for at least two information security technology, processes, and practices internally to Health Plan.
Designs, develops, integrates, tests, evaluates, and maintains cybersecurity technology products.
Researches, engineers, and integrates new security solutions with an emphasis on solutions that aligns with overall cybersecurity strategy.
Performs cyber defense incident triage, including determining scope, urgency, and potential impact, and identifying the specific vulnerability.
Provides security consulting to business partners to ensure solution designs are aligned with security principles and cybersecurity frameworks.
Acts as Team Leader amongst the group of engineers.
Performs as the Subject Matter Expert for more than three information security technologies, processes, and practices internally to the Health Plan, and externally in the industry as a whole.