Cyber Security Engineer - Remote U.S.

Altera, a member of the N. Harris Computer Corporation family, delivers health IT solutions that support caregivers around the world. These include the Sunrise™, Paragon®, Altera TouchWorks®, Altera Opal, STAR™, HealthQuest™ and dbMotion™ solutions. At the intersection of technology and the human experience, Altera Digital Health is driving a new era of healthcare, in which innovation and expertise can elevate care delivery and inspire healthier communities across the globe. A new age in healthcare technology has just begun.

***CYBER SECURITY ENGINEER***

Remote Role

U.S./Canada - Eastern Time Zone

OVERVIEW

The purpose of this role is to proactively secure Altera's customer-facing and internal systems against evolving cyber threats.

The Cyber Security Engineer plays a crucial role in securing Altera's systems, both customer-facing and internal, by bridging engineering and incident response capabilities. This role involves a blend of proactive security measures and reactive incident handling, working within a dynamic cloud-based (Azure) environment. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, inquisitive individual who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced setting and is eager to expand their skillset. This position reports to the Manager of Security Engineering and Incident Response.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with senior team members to review and analyze security incidents escalated from the Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Proactively hunt for threats within the environment, identifying and investigating suspicious activity.
• Analyze and respond to security alerts, determining their validity and implementing solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Work to reduce noise and improve the efficiency of alerts received by the SOC team.
• Participate in incident response activities, including containing breaches and protecting internal systems.
• Contribute to the security of Altera's cloud infrastructure (Microsoft Azure).
• Engage in continuous learning and cross-training to develop expertise in both security engineering and incident response.
• Contribute to the evaluation and implementation of new security tools and technologies.
• Participate in discussions and evaluations of emerging technologies, such as AI, considering their security implications and alignment with company policies.
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into all aspects of the business.

QUALIFICATIONS

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a computer-related field or equivalent experience.
• Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or CESSLP, MS-500, AZ-500 strongly preferred

Work Experience

2-4 years’ experience in the following:

• Cloud computing, preferably Microsoft Azure. …