Security Clearance required:

Able to obtain Public Trust

Do you want to make a difference? 
Cognosante employees are passionate about improving people’s lives. With an innovative mindset and an unwavering commitment to those we serve, we partner with healthcare, civilian and defense agencies to deliver exceptional public services and programs. Our multi-faceted technology and customer experience (CX) solutions achieve program outcomes, solve critical challenges and create meaningful change. Whether we are helping Veterans access healthcare faster, ensuring that members of the military complete their missions safely, or helping people obtain health insurance, our work touches millions of people. Are you ready to make a difference?

Come Join Our Team 
Cognosante is seeking an outgoing, organized, eager, and proactive individual to fill a remote Security Officer role to support the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare contract. This contract is a critical component of defending the Medicare Trust Fund by collecting billions of dollars annually in mistaken payments from debtors. The CMS Medicare contract is the center point of that process – combining both Coordination of Benefits case work and Data Collection from Beneficiaries, Group Health Plans (GHP) and Non-Group Health Plans (NGHP) to ensure accurate payment of Medicare claims. 
 
What is the position? 
The Security Officer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective implementation of necessary safeguards to protect sensitive information, uphold compliance with regulatory requirements, and maintain the integrity and confidentiality of the Medicare program.  *This position is contingent upon contract award*
 
What will I get to do?  

• Serves as a key role on the contract.
• Assume responsibility for the comprehensive security oversight of the Medicare program.
• Implement and manage security measures in alignment with industry standards, regulatory guidelines, and organizational policies.
• Develop and execute strategies to ensure the implementation of necessary safeguards to protect Medicare program data and assets.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to identify and address potential security vulnerabilities.
• Ensure that security practices and safeguards align with all applicable regulations, including but not limited to those set forth by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain an incident response plan tailored to the unique security needs of the Medicare program.
• Lead investigation and management of security incidents, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all security-related matters pertaining to the Medicare program.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, to address security concerns and ensure open lines of communication.
• Provides task unique functional expertise necessary to interpret requirements, ensure responsiveness and achieve successful performance.
• Provide training to staff involved in the Medicare program on security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Participate in business, technical, and security reviews of the solution to explain selected security and privacy controls.
• Foster a culture of security awareness and accountability throughout the program.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of security activities, measures, and incidents.
• Prepare and submit regular reports to management, outlining the status of security initiatives and compliance measures.
• Oversight for all vendor and third-party contractors’ security compliance
• Contributes to the implementation of strategy and helps assess the impact of industry trends, policy, and/or standard methodologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

 
What qualifications do I need? 

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.
• Proven experience in a security management role, preferably in the context of healthcare or Medicare programs.
• Experience with CMS CMSR and working in CFACTS preferred.
• Experience with ATO, POAM, and Vulnerability management.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, regulations, and best practices.
• Possess demonstrated knowledge in designated field or discipline.
• Possesses experience providing solutions to an organization’s challenges through the application of knowledge gained through similar prior engagements.
• Participates in the development of solutions by leveraging knowledge of the designated field or discipline.