JOB SUMMARY
This job assists others to plan, research, evaluate, design and develop Information Security and Risk Management (ISRM) Infrastructure systems by applying engineering, hardware and software design theories and principles to develop a compatible system infrastructure in line with organizational strategies. Assists with the design, development, and implementation of less complex ISRM Infrastructure components such as operating systems, software tools, and utilities. Assists in conducting less complex studies of ISRM Infrastructure performance and traffic analysis. Assists in determining systems design requirements and ensures that system improvements are successfully implemented and monitored to increase efficiency. Assists with the development of ISRM Infrastructure engineering policies, standards and procedures.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists teams in clearly defining requirements, deliverables and timeframes. Escalate issues and make recommendations to resolve them to the appropriate audience.
- Assists in conducting root cause analysis to identify and resolve complex problems impacting ISRM Infrastructure.
- Assists in developing and/or delivering technical training in less complex technical areas.
- Assists in completing project tasks to enable the on time, within budget and scope delivery of ISRM Infrastructure projects.
- Assists to implement, monitor, configure, and maintain security systems.
- Assure compliance to required standards, procedures, guidelines and processes.
- Other duties as assigned or requested.
EDUCATION
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field
Substitutions
- 6 years of related and progressive experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree
Preferred
- None
EXPERIENCE
Required
- 1 year in Information security and systems analysis
- 1 year in Information security, Information Risk management and/or information technology
- 1 year with operating systems and software administration
- 1 year of developing, communicating and presenting information security and risk management concepts to varying audiences
- 1 year with technologies such as Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), firewalls, endpoint protection, web/email filtering, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), digital rights management, encryption, Security Event and Incident Management (SEIM), and virtualization platforms
Preferred
- Experience working within an information security function using the HITRUST Common Security Framework (HITRUST CSF), or the NIST 800-83 cyber security framework
- IT/information security risk advisory experience
- In-depth understanding of network security architecture, network and networking protocols
- Database management, system administration and software development lifecycle
- Experience with IoT (Internet of things) Security, including IoMT (Internet of Medical things) and (OT) Operational Technology, or MDM (Mobile Device Management)
- Experience with Linux or Mac Management
- Experience with modern Windows Endpoint Management tooling
LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- None
Preferred
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Security +
- CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) or CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
- GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials Certification)
SKILLS
- Knowledge of HITRUST CSF, NIST 800-83 cyber security framework, PCI, HIPAA, HITECH, COBIT, ISO 27001/2, and ITIL 3
- Familiarity with secure SDLC best practices
- Knowledge of Microsoft Apps and Suites, Windows Server, SharePoint, etc.
- Strong teamwork and inter-personal skills
Language (Other than English):
None
Travel Requirement:
0% - 25%
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
Pay Range Minimum:
$68,400.00Pay Range Maximum:
$105,900.00Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or six years of related progressive experience in lieu of the degree
- One year of experience in information security and systems analysis
- One year of experience in information security, information risk management, and/or information technology
- One year of experience with operating systems and software administration
- One year of experience developing, communicating, and presenting information security and risk management concepts to varying audiences
- One year of experience with IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection, web/email filtering, DLP, digital rights management, encryption, SIEM, and virtualization platforms
- Experience with HITRUST CSF or the NIST 800-83 cybersecurity framework
- IT or information security risk advisory experience
- In-depth understanding of network security architecture, networks, and networking protocols
- Experience with database management, system administration, and software development lifecycle
- Experience with IoT, IoMT, OT, or MDM security
- Experience with Linux or Mac management
- Experience with modern Windows endpoint management tooling
- CISSP, Security+, CISA, CISM, or GSEC certification
Highmark Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Highmark Health and has not been reviewed or approved by Highmark Health.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage are emphasized alongside 100% coverage for preventive exams, with onsite pharmacy access and fitness center availability at major campuses.
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Retirement Support — An employer‑sponsored 401(k) with a company match is highlighted, with AHN materials illustrating a 100% match on the first 4% plus an additional 1% employer contribution as an example within the enterprise.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness programs include stress‑management classes, health coaching, incentives for healthy activities, team‑member discounts, and volunteer incentives, with paid volunteer time also noted in the overall package.
Highmark Health Insights
What We Do
Highmark Health, a Pittsburgh, PA based enterprise that employs more than 40,000 people who serve millions of Americans across the country, is the second largest integrated health care delivery and financing network in the nation based on revenue. Highmark Health is the parent company of Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, and HM Health Solutions. Highmark Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates provide health insurance to nearly 5 million members in Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Delaware as well as dental insurance, vision care and related health products through a national network of diversified businesses that include United Concordia Companies, HM Insurance Group, and Visionworks. Allegheny Health Network is the parent company of an integrated delivery network that includes eight hospitals, more than 2,800 affiliated physicians, ambulatory surgery centers, an employed physician organization, home and community-based health services, a research institute, a group purchasing organization, and health and wellness pavilions in western Pennsylvania. HM Health Solutions focuses on meeting the information technology platform and other business needs of the Highmark Health enterprise as well as unaffiliated health insurance plans by providing proven business processes, expert knowledge and integrated cloud-based platforms. A national blended health organization, Highmark Health and our leading businesses support millions of customers with products, services and solutions closely aligned to our mission of creating remarkable health experiences, freeing people to be their best. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, we're regionally focused in Pennsylvania, Delaware, West Virginia and New York, with customers in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. We passionately serve individual consumers and fellow businesses alike. Our companies cover a diversified spectrum of essential health-related needs, including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative technology solutions. We’re also proud to carry forth an important legacy of compassionate care and philanthropy that began more than 170 years ago. This tradition of giving back, reinvesting and ensuring that our communities remain strong and healthy is deeply embedded in our culture, informing our decisions every day.
