Network Cybersecurity Engineer (Remote Available)

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

10h • Remote

About The Position

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: VEC SEO Job Summary: Engineering position specializing in network security technologies, with a primary focus on the implementation, support, and ongoing management of security solutions across the VUMC network infrastructure. Security solutions encompass a broad range of technologies, including infrastructure protections (e.g., firewalls, intrusion protection/detection systems, access control lists), denial of service protection solutions, log aggregation tools, web application firewalls, API security solutions, advanced threat detection, zero-day mitigation technologies, secure connectivity methods (e.g., IPsec tunneling, direct connections, SSL/TLS Client and Clientless solutions), local/global security policies, and Role-based / identity and access management solutions. . KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct support and sustainment operations for network security enterprise solutions. Comprehends and is capable of independently implementing small to medium network security infrastructure designs. Implements and performs network security and solutions monitoring. Intermediate to Advanced capabilities in network security solution troubleshooting. Subject matter expert resource for projects and medium to large-scale initiatives in the scope of network security technologies and solutions. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position, and additional duties may be assigned. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES Firewall Management (Intermediate – Network / Infrastructure Focused) Understands the fundamental role of firewalls in network environments and can independently deploy and configure VUMC-adopted security solutions. Able to conduct evaluations of firewall rules and policies to ensure alignment with organizational security standards. Possesses advanced knowledge of internet protocols and networking principles. Security Monitoring (Intermediate – Network / Infrastructure Focused) Full comprehension and capable of operating network-based security monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, PRTG, Syslog, Wireshark, Strata Data Lake, Panorama). Confident in monitoring alerts and logs for potential security incidents. Support representative for the implementation of layered security strategies and execution of monitoring procedures under limited guidance or supervision. Familiar with and capable of advising on areas within the enterprise architecture that require monitoring and alerting solutions. Network Forensics (Intermediate – Network / Infrastructure Context) Intermediate to advanced level experience with network forensics in network environments. Capable of completing the collection and analysis of logs and reports from network security solutions to assist teams in investigating potential security events. Understands the importance of traceability and audit trails in network platforms. Security Troubleshooting (Intermediate – Network / Infrastructure Focused) Able to identify and escalate intermediate to advanced security issues in network-based systems. Utilize standard diagnostic tools and network service dashboards, command lines, graphic interfaces, or portals to effectively troubleshoot issues by leveraging data outputs. Understands how to work within network support ecosystems to resolve problems and contribute to maintaining secure configurations. Confident and knowledgeable in the inter-connection of compute resources and supporting network infrastructure to apply methodical trouble-shooting practices and procedures. Familiar with escalation methodology and best practices. Familiar with change control process and procedures Project Resource (Intermediate – Network / Infrastructure Focused) Intermediate to advanced subject matter expertise in VUMC-sanctioned cybersecurity solutions, practices, procedures, and guidelines. Capable of operating independently on technical advisement and taskings within the scope of VEC. Knowledgeable in the escalation and guidance review processes for areas outside the jurisdiction or knowledge capacity of this position. Capable of executing proper time and priority of effort management for assigned taskings and assignments. About the Department: Vanderbilt Health - VUMC Enterprise Cybersecurity (VEC) VEC provides information security service solutions for securing all administrative, clinical and research operations for all of Vanderbilt Health, the largest non-government employer in Middle Tennessee. Vanderbilt Health is always growing, with our current environment of 7 hospitals, nearly 40K staff, over 40K workstations, over 160K network connections, and numerous data centers and cloud environments, securing our health system is truly a challenge! To meet the challenge, VEC is led by 2 Vice Presidents and is structured with many dedicated teams, including: Active Vulnerability Assessment, Business Information Security Office, Business Resilience Services, Identity and Directory Services, Policy and Compliance, Security and Architecture Assurance, Security Engineer Services, Security Operations Center, and Threat Detection and Response. VEC also employs state-of-the-art technology and partners with the many IT and operational teams across the enterprise to ensure a partnered, cohesive, and comprehensive approach to information security. At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more. At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. Core Accountabilities: Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members. Core Capabilities : Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements. Position Qualifications: Responsibilities: Certifications: Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: 2 years Education: Bachelor's Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. PEOPLE ARE AT THE HEART OF ALL WE DO. Our vision: The world leader in advancing personalized health. Our mission: personalizing the patient experience through our caring spirit and distinctive capabilities. Making Health Care Personal. We’re looking for like-minded individuals driven to make a difference. We invite you to explore careers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. At VUMC, we place a priority on designing with and for our patients and families. We value collaboration, embrace continuous learning and discovery, and seek to be a place where everyone has the chance to thrive. We’re the largest private employer in Middle Tennessee, with a growing team and expanding footprint in towns and communities across the region. We employ more than 28,000 people who work in inpatient and outpatient clinical care, research, and graduate medical education as well as critical supporting roles in administration, information technology and informatics, finance, legal and community affairs, communications and marketing, fund-raising, groundskeeping and facilities, and many more. Our growing health system has more than 1,700 licensed hospital beds at: Vanderbilt University Hospital Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital It’s also home to hundreds of outpatient clinic and surgical locations throughout the region. We serve our community with many unique and specialized services including the Level 1 Trauma Center, a highly experienced Transplant Center that does the most heart transplants in the world, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Lung Institute, Burn Center and many more. World-leading academic departments and centers make scientific discoveries, advance clinical care and train the next generation of health care professionals. Our robust research enterprise consistently ranks among the highest in the country as measured by peer-reviewed grant funding from the National Institutes of Health. We’re honored to be consistently considered among the nation’s best hospitals, including being nationally ranked in multiple medical specialties for treating the most complex conditions in adults and children by US News and World Report. Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt ranked as the No. 1 children’s hospital in the southeast in 2024. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at VUMC for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. Join us in Making Health Care Personal.

Requirements

• Firewall Management (Intermediate – Network / Infrastructure Focused) Understands the fundamental role of firewalls in network environments and can independently deploy and configure VUMC-adopted security solutions. Able to conduct evaluations of firewall rules and policies to ensure alignment with organizational security standards. Possesses advanced knowledge of internet protocols and networking principles.
• Security Monitoring (Intermediate – Network / Infrastructure Focused) Full comprehension and capable of operating network-based security monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, PRTG, Syslog, Wireshark, Strata Data Lake, Panorama). Confident in monitoring alerts and logs for potential security incidents. Support representative for the implementation of layered security strategies and execution of monitoring procedures under limited guidance or supervision. Familiar with and capable of advising on areas within the enterprise architecture that require monitoring and alerting solutions.
• Network Forensics (Intermediate – Network / Infrastructure Context) Intermediate to advanced level experience with network forensics in network environments. Capable of completing the collection and analysis of logs and reports from network security solutions to assist teams in investigating potential security events. Understands the importance of traceability and audit trails in network platforms.
• Security Troubleshooting (Intermediate – Network / Infrastructure Focused) Able to identify and escalate intermediate to advanced security issues in network-based systems. Utilize standard diagnostic tools and network service dashboards, command lines, graphic interfaces, or portals to effectively troubleshoot issues by leveraging data outputs. Understands how to work within network support ecosystems to resolve problems and contribute to maintaining secure configurations. Confident and knowledgeable in the inter-connection of compute resources and supporting network infrastructure to apply methodical trouble-shooting practices and procedures. Familiar with escalation methodology and best practices. Familiar with change control process and procedures
• Project Resource (Intermediate – Network / Infrastructure Focused) Intermediate to advanced subject matter expertise in VUMC-sanctioned cybersecurity solutions, practices, procedures, and guidelines. Capable of operating independently on technical advisement and taskings within the scope of VEC. Knowledgeable in the escalation and guidance review processes for areas outside the jurisdiction or knowledge capacity of this position. Capable of executing proper time and priority of effort management for assigned taskings and assignments.
• Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: 2 years
• Education: Bachelor's

Responsibilities

• Conduct support and sustainment operations for network security enterprise solutions.
• Comprehends and is capable of independently implementing small to medium network security infrastructure designs.
• Implements and performs network security and solutions monitoring.
• Intermediate to Advanced capabilities in network security solution troubleshooting.
• Subject matter expert resource for projects and medium to large-scale initiatives in the scope of network security technologies and solutions.

What This Job Offers

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