Enterprise Cybersecurity Engineer

IT@JH EMMS is seeking an Enterprise Cybersecurity Engineer will be responsible for log management, host security, cloud security, asset discovery, vulnerability management, incident response, threat intelligence, Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) Security Orchestration and Automated Response (SOAR), Network Access Control, and network security for the Enterprise Management, Monitoring and Security (EMMS) team within Central IT. The Enterprise Cyber Security Engineer will be responsible for one or more of these technologies, often working with one or more team members to support these functions.

Job Scope/Complexity

Cyber security efforts at Johns Hopkins are complex due to our Academic and Healthcare missions and the complexity to support security projects for Johns Hopkins University and Medicine. Incidents and projects are complex and varied in nature and also requires the ability to balance the demands of multiple projects.

The scale is "big-E" Enterprise. All Hopkins Medicine affiliates, including international locales.

Users: 100,000+

Systems: 100,000+

Complexity is at the highest.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

The responsibilities below illustrate work performed by this position. Not all duties assigned to this position are included, nor is it expected that everyone in this position will be assigned every job responsibility.

Security Monitoring

Respond to all user, system and network security incidents.

Troubleshoot problems associated with security tools.

Stay abreast of emerging security threats, vulnerabilities and controls.

Filter and analyze large datasets from security logging and telemetry sources, and build tools to integrate data into operational controls.

Automate security controls, data and processes to provide improved metrics and operational support.

Filter and analyze large datasets from security logging and telemetry sources, and build tools to integrate data into operational controls - SIEM, Log Aggregation Tools.

Apply adept understanding and experience with systems automation platforms and technologies.

Knowledge of the latest trends and awareness of current hacking techniques and cyber-crime.

Host and Cloud Security

Design, implement and administer automated security update technologies for client and server systems.

Design, implement and administer advanced endpoint protection technologies.

Test and identify network and system vulnerabilities and working to address them with the appropriate owners.

Help shape the organization's security policies and standards for use in on-premises and cloud environments.

Create technical documents on use of security technologies.

Apply system security engineering principles to deliver real world solutions to enhance our organization security posture.

Data Security and Compliance

Direct and influence multi-disciplinary teams in implementing and operating information security controls.

Collaborate with application developers and database administrators to deliver creative solutions to difficult technology challenges and business requirements.

Provide subject matter expertise on information security architecture and systems engineering to other IT and business teams.

Interpret security and technical requirements into business requirements and communicate security risks to relevant stakeholders.

Perform other related duties as requested. Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree.

Six years of related work experience with computer systems, applications and cybersecurity technologies.

Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge in the assigned technical areas this position is responsible for.

A CISSP certification is desirable.

Classified Title: Enterprise Cybersecurity Engineer

Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PF

Starting Salary Range: $85,500 - $149,800 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm

FLSA Status:Exempt

Location: Remote

Department name: IT@JH EMMS

Personnel area: University Administration

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here:

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEOis the Law

Accommodation Information

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Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit all other JHU applicants should visit

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.