Security Administrator, El Paso Health - University Medical Center of El Paso

Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director of Networks and Systems, responsible for the oversight and coordination of all information security initiatives (virus protection, security monitoring, intrusion detection, access policies, communication controls, OS, and device security). Responsible for identifying, developing and implementing security changes and enhancements as well as determining appropriate security measures and creating policies and procedures that address prevention, detection, containment and correction of security breaches

Skills
1. Highly effective written and oral communication skills.
2. Ability to work and effectively prioritize in a highly dynamic work environment.
3. Ability to utilize creativity, judgment, and initiative in solving complex technical and project issues.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills.
5. Excellent creative problem solving and troubleshooting techniques.
6. Excellent business and system analysis skills.
7. Ability to translate user requirements into applicable support systems and processes that exceed end users’ expectations.
8. Proficient in project management techniques and project management tools (MS-Project or similar tools).
9. Proficient in the use of documentation and design techniques.
10. Ability to handle stressful situations and multiple tasks in a support role.
11. Ability to work in a consultative manner with people from varying disciplines and degrees of technical experience.
12. Ability to negotiate and manage project deadlines and project scope.
13. Extensive knowledge of security hardware and software products that comply with current industry standards.
14. Knowledge and understanding of technology-related state and federal healthcare regulations is preferred.

Work Experience
Five years of experience designing, implementing and supporting the security and availability of complex network infrastructures. Strong experience in the development and enforcement of security policies and standards as well as experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning, testing, auditing, and risk analysis required. Experience with project management and project management tools (such as MS Project) is highly preferred. HIPAA training is a plus.

Technical experience must include:
1. Designing, implementing and supporting multi-site IP network environments,
2. High level of proficiency and understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, encryption, PKI, Operating systems, virtualization, Windows Server, VMWare, routers, router filtering, firewalls, authentication methods.
3. Hands-on experience with network switches and routers.
4. Familiarity with VMWare, Microsoft server products, and databases is preferred.
5. Familiarity with NIST special publications, including RMF and NIST security controls.

License/Registration/Certification
Industry recognized security certifications (CISA, CISSP, CompTIA, Microsoft Security) preferred.

Education and Training
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Information Management or related field required.

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