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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Security Specialist - **Company:** Southern Ohio Medical Center - **Location:** Portsmouth, OH, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Antivirus Softwares, Authentication Protocols, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Information Leak Prevention, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Security Information and Event Management, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c890cd7d033f19ff ## About the Role * High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam required. * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security or related field preferred. Licensure: * CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ preferred. Experience: * Two years related work experience preferred. * Familiar with regulatory requirements and frameworks (such as HITRUST, HIPAA, NIST, ISO 27001, etc.) requred. * Experience with security tools and technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), SIEM, antivirus, DLP, and endpoint security solutions required. * Knowledge of network and system security, including authentication mechanisms, access controls, and encryption technologies required. ## Description Works under the supervision of the Applications Manager of Information Services. The Cyber Security Specialist plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization's information assets and maintaining a secure environment. The Cyber Security Specialist will be instrumental in identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks while implementing best practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the organization's data and systems. Performs other duties as assigned., The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. 1. Conducts comprehensive security risk assessments of the organization's information systems, applications, and infrastructure. 2. Identifies potential vulnerabilities and recommends risk mitigation strategies. 3. Develops, updates, and enforces information security policies, procedures, and standards to maintain compliance with industry regulations and ensures data protection. 4. Responds promptly and effectively to security incidents, including conducting investigations, root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences. 5. Assists with internal and external security audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Collaborates with auditors to provide evidence of security measures and controls. 6. Develops and delivers security awareness training programs for employees to promote a security-conscious culture and improve overall security awareness. 7. Collaborates with IT and development teams to evaluate the security implications of new systems, applications, and technology implementations. Ensures security is considered throughout the development lifecycle. 8. Conducts vulnerability assessments and manages the process of patching and remediating vulnerabilities across the organization's systems. 9. Monitors network traffic for suspicious activities and implements measures to prevent unauthorized access, intrusion, and data breaches. 10. Implements and manages data protection measures, including encryption, access controls, and data loss prevention (DLP) solutions. 11. Leads incident response efforts in the event of security breaches or cyber-attacks, coordinating with relevant teams and stakeholders. 12. Stays current with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends. 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