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Security Operations Engineer

K Health
Location
New York, NY
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Information Security
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 3–5 years of dedicated hands-on experience in Security Operations, IT Security, or System Administration with a strong security focus
  • Proven background in actively detecting, investigating, and remediating security incidents in a modern cloud/hybrid environment
  • Deep foundational IT background spanning endpoint administration (macOS/Windows), identity management, and network security
  • Demonstrated experience maintaining controls for SOC2 and/or HIPAA frameworks in an operational setting
  • Hands-on experience automating security operations or IT tasks using SOAR platforms, scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash), or API integrations
Nice to have
  • Direct experience implementing SOC2 or HIPAA controls from scratch or directly interfacing with external auditors
  • Hands-on familiarity with Sumo Logic, Jamf, Intune, Slack Enterprise, CrowdStrike, and Torq
  • Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Security+, Network+, GIAC, or vendor-specific platform certifications)
What the job really is

As a Security Operations Engineer at K Health, you will focus on securing the healthcare technology ecosystem through hands-on work in Security Operations and IT Security projects. Your responsibilities will include designing and maintaining SecOps workflows, automating security tasks, managing security tools, and ensuring compliance with SOC2 and HIPAA standards. You will also respond to security incidents and collaborate with IT and engineering teams to enhance security measures.

Benefits
  • Hybrid work schedule with weekly lunches and stocked fridges
  • Monthly social committees for company events
  • 18 vacation days, 9 company holidays, 5 sick days, and 2 personal days
  • Stock options for every full-time employee
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401k benefit
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond hybrid schedule
  • Role may require significant hands-on technical work in a fast-paced environment
  • Stack includes specific tools that may require prior experience for effective performance
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