Lead It Security Analyst - Hipaa, Hitrust, FismaNew York, NY • Full-Time/RegularNYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Lead IT Security Analyst. This position reports to the IT Controls & Regulatory Compliance Manager and serves as a senior individual contributor and subject matter expert responsible for leading enterprise risk assessments and evaluating the security of modern technology environments, including cloud-based platforms. The IT Controls Lead drives the design, execution, and continuous improvement of the organizations risk assessment program to ensure compliance with regulatory and industry requirements, including HIPAA, HITRUST, PCI DSS, and FISMA.
This role partners closely with IT, Security, Clinical, Research, and Compliance stakeholders to assess risk across enterprise systems, research technologies, and cloud infrastructure, and to ensure that security controls are appropriately designed and operating effectively.Job Responsibilities:Enterprise Risk Assessment LeadershipLead the execution and maturation of the enterprise risk assessment program aligned to regulatory and industry frameworksConduct and oversee complex risk assessments, including HIPAA and HITRUST-aligned evaluationsDefine and maintain risk assessment methodologies, scoring models, and standardsIdentify, analyze, and document risks, and develop actionable remediation strategiesCloud Security & Technology Risk EvaluationLead security assessments of cloud and hybrid environments (e.g., IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)Evaluate key control domains, including:Identity and access managementNetwork architecture and segmentationLogging, monitoring, and detection capabilitiesData protection and encryptionAssess alignment to frameworks such as:HITRUSTPCINIST Cybersecurity FrameworkISO/IEC 27001Partner with engineering and security teams to validate that controls are effectively implemented in real-world environmentsResearch Technology & Clinical Risk OversightLead security and risk reviews of research technologies and data use cases, including systems handling sensitive or regulated dataPartner with clinical and research stakeholders to evaluate emerging technologies and ensure appropriate risk controls are in placeProvide guidance on secure design and data protection strategiesCross-Functional Leadership & EscalationServe as a senior escalation point for complex or high-risk assessments across:Enterprise systemsThird-party/vendor solutionsCloud and research environmentsProvide subject matter expertise and mentorship to team members supporting assessments and compliance activitiesInfluence decision-making across stakeholders without direct authorityRegulatory & Audit SupportSupport internal and external audit activities by providing subject matter expertise, documentation, and control validationEnsure risk assessments and control evaluations align with regulatory expectations and audit requirementsPartner with the IT Controls Manager on audit responses and remediation planningProgram Improvement & InnovationIdentify opportunities to enhance assessment processes, tooling, and automationContribute to development of metrics, dashboards, and reporting to measure risk posture and program effectivenessDrive continuous improvement in how risk is identified, assessed, and managed across the enterpriseMinimum Qualifications: Typically requires 10 or more years of experience and BA/BS degree or equivalentPreferred Qualifications: Advanced degree desirableQualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support.
Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements.
The salary range for the role is $121,792.22 - $210,091.64 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.