Information Security Specialist​/Analyst III - Information Solutions; Remote

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our team. This role is critical in safeguarding our complex healthcare IT environment and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

• Serve as a lead escalation point for security incidents, overseeing detection, investigation, containment, and remediation within a Crowd Strike EDR environment across a healthcare infrastructure. Experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint EDR is also desired.
• Analyze findings from security monitoring systems, including Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (/PS) and Security Information Event Management (SIEM) consoles, to identify and respond to potential security incidents and data breaches.
• Perform cyber security incident handling, tracking and reporting.
• Utilize professional judgment and institutional knowledge to assess risk levels, conduct forensic investigations, isolate malware, identify attack vectors, provide guidance on remediation planning, and prioritize remediation efforts.
• Respond to relevant service requests received from end users (e.g. for investigation of security events).
• Collaborate with internal Security Operations Center (SOC) teams and external Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) to contain and remediate security incidents.

• Configure, manage, and optimize SIEM platforms (Crowdstrike and/or Microsoft Sentinel) to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.
• Lead and manage large scale security-related projects, including tool implementations, upgrades, and process improvements.

• Conduct vulnerability assessments to identify security risks and report findings to system owners.
• Manage workflows to ensure that protected assets are properly assessed in a timely manner.

• Continuously evaluate and update analytics to counter evolving Threat Actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Perform risk assessments and translate business requirements into effective security controls.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and present findings to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.

• Create and deliver security awareness training for technical and non-technical audiences.

• A Bachelor's degree in information security, information assurance, computer science, or a related field with 5 years of IT security experience; or 10 years of hands‑on experience in information security or related IT experience required, at least 6 of which must be directly related IT security experience; or a Master's degree in information security, information assurance, computer science, or a related field, and 3 years of IT security experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of information security principles, risk management, and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, FERPA, NIST, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Hands‑on experience with Crowdstrike EDR, SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence tools.
• Familiarity with cloud security (Azure, AWS) and identity management solutions.
• Advanced Understanding on the administration and securing of various operating systems and enterprise applications with advanced security best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into business‑relevant language.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the development of security standards, procedures, and playbooks.

• CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent.

• Mobility & Posture
• Standing:
  Continuous
• Sitting:
  Continuous
• Walking:
  Continuous
• Climbing stairs:
  Infrequent
• Working indoors:
  Continuous
• Working outdoors (temperature extremes):
  Infrequent
• Working from elevated areas:
  Frequent
• Working in confined/cramped spaces:
  Frequent
• Kneeling:
  Infrequent
• Bending at the waist:
  Continuous
• Twisting at the waist:
  Frequent
• Squatting:
  Frequent
• Manual Dexterity & Strength
• Pinching operations:
  Frequent
• Gross…