Cybersecurity Specialist

About

Responsible for the system's development and enforcement of cybersecurity policy and strategy and protecting the organization's digital assets from cyber threats and attacks. Oversees the selection, development, deployment, monitoring, maintenance, and enhancement of the system's cybersecurity technology. Performs duties such as vulnerability scans, remediation efforts, and security incident investigation. This role is required to be on-call outside of regular working hours to respond to urgent issues and ensure continuous operational support.

Job Duties

• Continuously monitor network traffic, systems, and security alerts for suspicious activity or breaches. Use SIEM tools and intrusion detection systems to identify anomalies and potential threats.
• Investigate security alerts and execute incident response procedures to contain and remediate threats. Document findings and prepare detailed reports on incidents and corrective actions.
• Perform regular vulnerability scans and penetration tests to identify weaknesses. Recommend and implement remediation strategies to strengthen security posture.
• Assists in micro-segmentation and iOT discovery in effort to improve CMDB and asset management.
• Configure and maintain security tools such as firewalls, antivirus software, and encryption systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or High School Diploma/GED and 4 years preferred work experience.
• 2 years related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years related work experience to be considered in lieu of degree.
• Ability to investigate and respond to security incidents, analyze logs for anomalies.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, firewalls, VPNs, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, ArcSight), endpoint protection, and vulnerability scanning tools.
• CompTIA A+ Certification.
• MCSA - Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.