Information Security Engineer

UITS HIPAA SECURITY OFFICER (UA-DHSO-IUINA)

The University Information Security Office is seeking an engineer to support Health Sciences at the University. Health Sciences Information Security works closely with the Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, and Optometry, along with several other units that interact with health data. Health Sciences Information Security supports Indiana University's designation as a Hybrid Covered Entity under HIPAA.

• Designs, develops, and implements more complicated information security software and systems to address security exposures and potential threats; evaluates, recommends, and implements vended security software.
• Responds to incidents of information security breaches and participates on emergency response teams.
• Develops and implements solutions to address more complicated information security vulnerabilities and threats.
• Documents solutions, including current intrusion methods and protections.
• Makes recommendations on appropriate strategic security actions.
• Researches and stays abreast of current higher education information security environment and trends; stays up-to-date on information security engineering best practices, tools, and approaches.
  
  

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree preferably in Computer Science or related field
  
  

Required

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 2 years of information security or related experience
  
  

Skills

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows or Unix-like operating systems
• Attention to detail in communicating technical issues and implementing solutions
• Mental discipline in conducting lengthy investigations
  
  

Preferred

• Scripting and coding for automation, and/or security of Linux operating systems
  
  

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

This position qualifies for hybrid work or potentially remote work arrangements, subject to change based on university policies and business needs. Travel to Indiana University sites may be required.

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
  
  

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Career Level: Career

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Information Technology

Job Family: IT Security & Privacy

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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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