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Cloud Security Engineer

University of Wisconsin Madison
$111,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
sick time
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Feb 06, 2025
Job Summary: About Us: The UW School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) is a leader in research and innovation, dedicated to improving patient outcomes through advanced data science and analytics. We are seeking an experienced Cloud Security Engineer for the Wisconsin Health Data Hub (WHDH), recently funded by the EDA as part of the Tech Hub (https://news.wisc.edu/federal-funds-awarded-for-biohealth-with-uw-madison-leading-the-way/) initiative, and drive transformative data science projects to enhance healthcare and research at SMPH. Job Summary: Are you passionate about improving patient health outcomes, optimizing healthcare processes, and advancing science? Join our dynamic Informatics and Information Technology team at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in Madison, Wisconsin. We are committed to revolutionizing healthcare through implementation of advanced data science approaches, conducting cutting-edge data-centric research, and generating real-world evidence to improve patient health outcomes at UW Health and beyond. We are seeking an experienced Cloud Security Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure cloud infrastructures for WHDH. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud architecture, security best practices, and the ability to protect our cloud environments from potential threats. On a day-to-day basis, the incumbent could expect to engage in the following activities in supporting researchers that use WHDH services: - Identify and define cybersecurity requirements for WHDH - Design, develop, and deploy scalable cloud-based security solutions for WHDH - Perform vulnerability testing, risk analyses, and security assessments - Monitor systems for irregular behavior and respond to security incidents and breaches - Develop and coordinate cloud security procedures, standards, and appropriate plans, such as business continuity and disaster recovery - Collaborate with IT and development teams to ensure secure integration of cloud solutions - Stay updated with the latest security issues, regulatory changes, and industry trends - Conduct security training and awareness programs for staff - Ensure compliance with all relevant security and privacy laws and regulations Responsibilities: Leads the planning, development, implementing, managing, and upgrading security systems for the protection of the organization's data, systems, and networks, and instructs on monitoring procedures for these systems. Directs the troubleshooting and resolution of cybersecurity services and infrastructure. 25% Leads the design, development, and implementation of cybersecurity services and infrastructure and ensures that best practices and standards are applied 25% Determines necessary technical changes to improve security 25% Leads the development of procedures and training for daily administrative tasks for cybersecurity services and infrastructure 25% Ensures that change management processes are followed for cybersecurity services and infrastructure Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Preferred Bachelor's Degree Qualifications: Required: - Proven experience as a Cloud Security Engineer or in a similar role - Proficiency with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and security tools - Strong understanding of cloud architecture and security best practices - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills - Strong communication and collaboration skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team Preferred: - Certifications such as AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, or similar - Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools - Experience with Azure - Familiarity with HIPAA and NIST frameworks Work Type: Full Time: 100% This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $111,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications The starting salary for the position is $111,000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/). SMPH Academic Staff Benefits flyer: (https://uwmadison.box.com/s/r50myohfvfd15bqltljn0g4laubuz7t0) Additional Information: University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work. How to Apply: To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience. Contact: Cody Roekle croekle@wisc.edu 608-263-7676 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Cybersecurity Engineer II(IT115) Department(s): A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/Informatics and IT Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 310807-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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