We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love. Department: 10009365 Cyber Security Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Description: The Cyber Security Engineer at NMHS is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure systems that protect the organization’s digital infrastructure. This role requires advanced expertise in network security, threat detection, incident response, and secure system architecture. The engineer must demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, work independently with minimal supervision, and quickly adapt to emerging technologies. JOB FUNCTIONS • Design and implement secure network architectures, including firewalls, VPNs, and segmentation strategies. • Architect secure network and system configurations, including segmentation, DMZs, and zero-trust models. • Implement and manage security controls in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), including IAM, encryption, and logging. • Conduct threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate risks. • Ability to design secure systems and networks aligned with business and technical requirements. • Automate security operations using scripting languages and orchestration tools. • Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps). • Ensure compliance with security standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques. • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for security policies, procedures, and incident reports. • Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning from a cybersecurity perspective. • Collaborate with teams to promote secure coding practices. • Support training initiatives for staff on cybersecurity best practices. • Maintain detailed documentation of security configurations, incidents, and procedures. • Generate reports for stakeholders and compliance purposes. Knowledge Skills and Abilities • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. • Excellent communication and documentation abilities. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, and other networking protocols. • Knowledge of encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms. • Familiarity with container security (Docker, Kubernetes). • Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS). • Knowledge of secure coding practices, OWASP Top 10, and application-layer defenses. • Familiarity with AWS, Azure, GCP security models, including IAM, encryption, and monitoring. • Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and other regulatory frameworks. NOTES: Education Bachelor's Degree Computer Science, or a related technical field. Or Associate's Degree willing to consider an Assoc degree in lieu of Bachelor degree with 4 add'l years of experience beyond the minimum in Computer Science or a related techinical field.. Or High School Diploma or GED Equivalent willing to consider an HS Diploma in lieu of Bachelor degree with 8 add'l years of experience beyond the minimum in Computer Science or a related technical field. Licenses and Certifications Possession of at least one current, industry-recognized cybersecurity certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, GSEC, or equivalent).. Work Experience 4-6 years. A minimum of 4 years’ ITS experience is required. Required 1-3 years. Experience with cloud security in AWS, Azure, or GCP environments.. Required 1-3 years. Scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation and analysis.. Required 1-3 years. Experience with threat intelligence platforms and MITRE ATT&CK framework.. Preferred Physical Demands A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. • Standing. Occasionally • Walking. Occasionally • Sitting. Frequently • Lifting/Carrying. Occasionally 35 lbs • Pushing/Pulling. Rarely • Climbing. Occasionally • Balancing. Rarely • Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Rarely • Reaching/Over Head Work. Occasionally • Grasping. Frequently • Speaking. Frequently • Hearing. Constantly • Repetitive Motions. Frequently • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Occasionally Salary Range: $96,283.20-$120,359.20 Education: Bachelor’s Degree | Computer and Information Science | Required Master’s Degree | Computer and Information Science | Not Required Certifications: CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional - CISSP North Mississippi Health Services is a large rural health care system with state-of-the-art facilities in Mississippi and Alabama. We have career opportunities ranging from inpatient hospital care to 70+ rural health and specialty clinics, a variety of outpatient, women’s and behavioral health services and many additional support services. Our team of over 7,000 works together every day toward our shared mission – to continuously improve the health of the people of our region.

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