Sr. Security Engineer

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The Security Engineer/Vulnerability Engineer contributes to our Security team by participating in the vulnerability scanning/patch testing processes and incident response activities. Specifically, this position will be responsible for managing the Qualys engine and other vulnerability management tools, ensuring systems are being scanned, producing a quality output including dashboards, working with patching/remediation teams to identify false positives and correct patching/mitigation activities.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Conducting regular vulnerability review and scans to identify potential security weaknesses within Waystar’s digital infrastructure.
• Analyzing and interpreting vulnerability scan results to determine the risk and impact on the organization.
• Assist in any investigative activities related to findings from scan activity
• Providing detailed reports and metrics on vulnerability management activities to leadership and impacted teams.
• Collaborating with development and IT teams to validate and remediate identified vulnerabilities.
• Keeping up-to-date with the latest vulnerability disclosures, security threats, and trends.
• Assisting in the creation and maintenance of security documentation, including policies, procedures, and guidelines.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Do you fit our team?

• Proficiency with vulnerability assessment tools (Qualys), event management (SIEM) tools, and penetration testing tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Kali Linux.
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices and healthcare data privacy regulations (HIPAA, etc.) or related industries.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as OWASP, NIST, and ISO 27001
• Understanding of cloud security practices and tools for platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automating vulnerability assessments and remediation tasks.
• Experience in operating systems such as Linux as well as Windows environments, Active Directory, VPN systems, encryption schemas and algorithms, various authorization and authentication mechanisms/software, network monitoring and sniffing, TCP/IP networks and vulnerability and threat management tools (including network-based scanners).
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to assess and prioritize vulnerabilities
• Possesses strong communications skills, both written and oral
• Be willing to collaborate with other teams in a positive manner
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, related field or equivalent work experience

 

Preferred Skills:

• At least 2 years of related IT or Security work experience is preferred
• Experience and knowledge of Security tools, such as, application scanners, SIEM, FIM, IDS/IPS, & AV, etc.
• Experience working in the healthcare industry and knowledge of regulatory/compliance systems
• Experience working as part of an Incident Response team
• Cyber certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), or GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), CISSP, or related training

ABOUT WAYSTAR

Through a smart platform and better experience, Waystar helps providers simplify healthcare payments and yield powerful results throughout the complete revenue cycle.

Waystar’s healthcare payments platform combines innovative, cloud-based technology, robust data, and unparalleled client support to streamline workflows and improve financials so providers can focus on what matters most: their patients and communities. Waystar is trusted by 1M+ providers, 1K+ hospitals and health systems, and is connected to over 5K commercial and Medicaid/Medicare payers.  We are deeply committed to living out our organizational values: honesty; kindness; passion; curiosity; fanatical focus; best work, always; making it happen; and joyful, optimistic & fun.

Waystar products have won multiple Best in KLAS® or Category Leader awards since 2010 and earned multiple #1 rankings from Black Book™ surveys since 2012. The Waystar platform supports more than 500,000 providers, 1,000 health systems and hospitals, and 5,000 payers and health plans. For more information, visit waystar.com or follow @Waystar on Twitter.