Senior IT Security Engineer

About the role

AltaMed is hiring a Senior IT Security Engineer to identify, evaluate and implement technical security controls that prevent, detect, contain and respond to information security threats. The role supports the technology efforts of AltaMed, reviews and guides the security configuration of applications and endpoint systems, leads projects and project teams, helps develop information security strategies and supports other technology and business units so that security controls align with Information Security policies and standards.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze threats using security technologies such as email filtering, anti-malware, access control, phishing detection, CASB/web filtering, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, data loss prevention and data encryption.
• Review and guide the security configuration of servers, desktops, network devices and IoT/OT devices.
• Lead projects and project teams within and outside the security department.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of current and emerging threats and recommend technical and process improvements.
• Assist in developing and maintaining information security strategies and support other units in implementing security controls.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security or a related field (master's preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive IT security experience, including 3 years in a lead role with responsibility for architecture design and implementation.
• Direct hands-on experience in enterprise cybersecurity.
• An active information security credential (e.g. CISSP, CISM, GIAC/SANS, Palo Alto PCNSE, CyberArk CDE, SailPoint Certified Engineer, Microsoft Security Associate, or Cisco CCNA/CCNP Security/XDR specialist).

What we offer

• Salary range of $110,539.52 - $138,174.40 annually, with possible discretionary bonuses or incentives.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching, flexible spending accounts and commuter benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays, paid CME days, malpractice insurance and tail coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement, corporate employee discounts, pet care insurance and an employee referral bonus program.