What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Security Specialist position at Refulgent Technologies Inc.?
Job Details
Job: IT Security Specialist
Location: Raleigh, NC (Hybrid)
Security Management & Compliance:
Security Management & Compliance:
- Ensure the Epic EHR system is secure and compliant with federal, state, and organizational security policies, including HIPAA, HITECH, and other applicable regulations.
- Monitor and enforce the appropriate use of Epic EHR access controls, ensuring that users have the correct level of access based on their roles.
- Conduct regular security audits of the Epic EHR system, identifying and mitigating risks or vulnerabilities.
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines specific to the Epic EHR environment.
- Coordinate with the stakeholders to implement and maintain security tools, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption mechanisms, as applicable to the EHR system.
Experience:
- 3-5 years of experience in IT security, preferably within the healthcare industry.
- Prior experience with Epic or EHR systems is preferred.
- Experience with HIPAA compliance, healthcare IT security audits, and risk management.
- Knowledge of role-based access control (RBAC), identity management, and data encryption as it relates to healthcare information systems.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of EHR systems.
- Proficient in healthcare regulations and standards, including HIPAA, HITECH, and meaningful use.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication skills, capable of working across departments and with clinical teams.
- Ability to manage security incidents and respond to them efficiently.
- Familiarity with healthcare IT infrastructure, including networking, firewalls, and database security.
Education:
Bachelor s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Relevant work experience may substitute for formal education.
- Epic Certifications (Security Fundamentals, Security Administration, and Data Courier) preferred.
- Security Certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, HCISPP) are highly desirable.
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