ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts and facilitates internal and external audits against established compliance requirements and frameworks (e.g. HIPAA, Security Operations Center (SOC) 2, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
Assesses third-party vendors for security risks prior to and during business relationships
Maintains internal risk register and tracks corrective action plans
Performs targeted cybersecurity risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and compliance deviations
Conducts phishing attack simulations across the organization
Coordinates between Information Technology (IT), Privacy, Legal and Compliance to enforce governance objectives
Develops and maintains corporate security policies, procedures and standards aligned with business objectives
Provides oversight for Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity programs
Creates, updates and maintains cybersecurity metrics and awareness training materials
Promotes awareness and understanding of security policies across the organization

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Business Administration or related field

Preferred:

3+ years experience in IT compliance, internal auditing or cybersecurity risk management
Prefer experience in a healthcare or other highly regulated industry with direct exposure to HIPAA compliance requirements
Exposure to Identity and Access Management programs
Exposure to Vulnerability Management programs

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Minimum Required:

N/A

Preferred:

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Technical Skills:

Audit experience using HIPAA, Health Information Trust Alliance (HITRUST), NIST or similar frameworks
Experience with Governance, Risk and Compliance/ Integrated Risk Management (GRC/IRM) platforms (e.g. Apptega, Archer, ServiceNow)
Experience with email security platforms (e.g. Knowbe4, Proofpoint Zen)
Familiarity with vulnerability scanners and SOC solutions (Security Information and Event Management/Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SIEM/SOAR)
Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g. Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Excellent Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills

Core Competencies:

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.
Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
Adaptability to changing priorities and environments.
Customer service orientation and cultural sensitivity.

PAY RANGE:

$85,657.09 - $137,051.35

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA Options
Generous, accruing paid time off
Paid Parental and caregiver leave
Career advancement and educational opportunities
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Certification Reimbursement
Well-being Programs
Employee Discounts
On-Demand Pay
Financial Education
Annual recognition/awards events
Partner appreciation days
Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women