Consultant - Healthcare Cybersecurity

Job Family:

Cyber Consulting

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Clearance Required:

None

Guidehouse’s Commercial Health IT Solutions team works with clients to measurably improve their technology outcomes through a mix of IT strategies, improvement in IT operations, and adoption of technology initiatives in cybersecurity, digital, AI, and data/analytics. By leveraging a deep understanding of health system IT operational best practices supported by data, Guidehouse drives IT operational improvement and technology adoption across departments and service lines at client provider organizations. 

 

We are currently seeking a Consultant with prior Healthcare Cybersecurity experience or a blend of relevant cybersecurity and consulting experience. This Consultant should have experience working with or in the healthcare cybersecurity space and have an understanding of or willingness to learn about the cybersecurity operations market. The successful candidate will be able to perform cybersecurity operational activities, contribute to cybersecurity solution development, and be adept at developing polished deliverables for clients in a cybersecurity consulting role.

We encourage career development and hiring for the long term. As a Consultant, you will follow a clearly defined career path and continue to deepen your specialized industry knowledge and consulting skills. As you hone your project skills and develop your aptitude for managing a workstream, you will have the opportunity to progress to the Senior Consultant level. 

What You Will Do:
As a Healthcare Consultant, you will collaborate closely with health systems and other healthcare clients, assessing their current cybersecurity posture and providing solutions, strategies and roadmaps that will make them market leaders. Your role will include contributing to guidance and recommendations to company C-Suite executives, supporting them in making informed decisions that drive business success and market differentiation within the health system and digital health landscape.

Responsibilities Include:

• Working to become a healthcare information technology subject matter expert on projects involving cybersecurity strategy and governance.
• Contributing to the day-to-day cybersecurity advisory and operational activities for provider clients. Work may include cybersecurity peer benchmarking, cybersecurity posture analysis and related recommendations on opportunities, cybersecurity program structure and operating model review, identification of automation and AI opportunities, vendor analysis and analysis of clients’ current cybersecurity programs and operations.
• Analyze cybersecurity market dynamics to inform strategic decision-making and innovative solutions.
• Contribute to strategic guidance and actionable insights to company C-suite executives, leadership, and/or board of directors for informed decision-making.
• Support business development activities such as identification, proposal development, and other pursuit activities at healthcare clients.
• Meet / exceed established utilization goals.

What You Will Need:

• Associates degree
• 3+ years of professional experience in information technology or related fields
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of cybersecurity trends and emerging technologies
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• A current cloud security certification issued by AWS, Google, Microsoft, or GIAC
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Education:

• Bachelors degree (Concentration in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Healthcare or related field highly preferred)

Professional Certifications:

• PMP, CISSP highly preferred

Advanced Analytical Skills:

• Experience with analysis tools and methodologies to extract insights and drive decision-making
• Ability to interpret complex datasets and present findings in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to present cybersecurity topics to internal and external customers

Technical Proficiency:

• Familiarity with healthcare IT systems, electronic health records (EHR), and digital health platforms is preferred
• Familiarity with healthcare cybersecurity
• Familiarity with cloud security

Continuous Learning and Development:

• Willingness to stay updated on industry trends, attend cybersecurity conferences, and participate in relevant training programs, including training of other staff
• Commitment to personal growth and professional development, seeking out opportunities to expand knowledge and skills

The annual salary range for this position is $77,000.00-$129,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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