Medical Device Cybersecurity Specialist
Job Description
Job Description
About the Role
Premier Global Links LLC is seeking a Clinical Engineering Cybersecurity Specialist to support the implementation and technical execution of a medical device cybersecurity program at a hospital in Far Rockaway, NY.
This role combines biomedical/clinical engineering, medical device cybersecurity, healthcare IT, risk management, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with medical devices or biomedical equipment and a strong understanding of healthcare cybersecurity.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead collection of critical cybersecurity data elements (CDEs) and manufacturer documentation in CMMS platforms.
- Perform cybersecurity risk assessments for medical devices based on asset information and manufacturer guidance.
- Configure medical devices according to cybersecurity standards and manufacturer requirements.
- Lead planned and unplanned vulnerability remediation, including patching, upgrades, and responses to zero-day threats.
- Coordinate cybersecurity activities with medical device manufacturers and healthcare IT teams.
- Investigate cybersecurity alerts involving medical devices and analyze high- and critical-risk vulnerabilities.
- Develop recommendations for vulnerability response and remediation.
- Support testing and validation of network segmentation controls in coordination with hospital IT.
- Track and report vulnerability remediation activities, cybersecurity metrics, and key performance indicators.
- Maintain the quality and accuracy of cybersecurity asset data and documentation in CMMS.
- Identify opportunities to improve cybersecurity practices across Clinical Engineering/HTM and IT teams.
- Support cybersecurity education and awareness for HTM teams and coach BMETs on basic cybersecurity practices.
- Support healthcare IT projects that affect connected medical devices.
- Participate in cybersecurity industry workgroups and professional forums.
- Support hospital cybersecurity audits and compliance activities involving HIPAA and Joint Commission requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
- 3+ years of relevant functional experience.
- Previous biomedical/biomed or clinical engineering experience, or equivalent hands-on experience working with medical devices.
- Healthcare cybersecurity experience.
- Experience with medical device cybersecurity, connected medical devices, or healthcare technology environments.
- Knowledge of CMMS platforms and medical device asset management.
- Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and ISO.
- Knowledge of applicable healthcare cybersecurity and regulatory requirements, including FDA, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
- Strong technical analysis, problem-solving, communication, and project leadership skills.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
- CISSP
- HCISPP
- CEH
- CompTIA Security+
- Additional medical device cybersecurity or healthcare IT certifications.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Wellness programs
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Career development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
Additional benefit details will be provided during the hiring process.
Premier Global Links LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.