Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - Incident Response

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

 

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

A Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - Incident Response supports cybersecurity application development initiatives requiring innovation, automation, and integration. Role supports the daily development and implementation of advanced capabilities for the Cybersecurity Incident Response Team (CIRT) and associated teams. A Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - Incident Response can initiate projects and provide direction to management on technical matters. Senior Engineer identifies what needs to be done to support and uphold the information systems security for the hospital and acts before being asked to or required by the situation. Acts as a mentor to other engineers and provides knowledge-sharing to develop and enhance team performance.

 

This is a remote role. However, the incumbent should live within driving distance of the main campus in KCMO. 

 

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

 

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily operations and works closely with Cybersecurity Analysts and supporting teams to review and implement strategies for ongoing tuning, creation, and deployment of content searches and automation processes within the SIEM, SOAR, and other cybersecurity tools needed to support the detection, analysis, and remediation of cybersecurity investigations and incidents.
• Provides a point of escalation for Cybersecurity Engineers and Analysts. Supports teams during investigations and makes recommendations for appropriate actions to resolve issues related to the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of Children?s Mercy assets.
• Leads meetings to explain technical and/or process solutions and the feasibility of company operations to meet department needs.
• Works with peers and Leadership in identifying and reviewing cost-effective solutions to new and existing technical needs.
• Continuously builds and works to maintain team and individual knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field and 3-5 years' experience OR
• High School diploma, or equivalent, and 7 or more years' experience in technical, security, cyber security, or related fields accepted in lieu of a degree.
  • GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED) Preferred
  • GIAC Continuous Monitoring (GMON) Preferred
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) Preferred
  • GIAC Python Coder (GPYC) Preferred
  • GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) Preferred
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Preferred
  • GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) Preferred

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $45.83/hr, but your salaried offer will be determined based upon your education and experience.

 

 

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is entirely remote or work from home. The person hired must live in the Kansas City metro area or request advanced approval to work outside of the area and may attend onsite meetings, as scheduled.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.