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Medical Devices - Cybersecurity Sr Specialist

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Job Title : Medical Devices - Cybersecurity Sr Specialist

Location : Lake Forest, IL 60045

Contract Duration : 08+ Months Contract with possibility to extend

What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position:

  • Conduct product cybersecurity risk assessments in regulated industries such as healthcare (medical and diagnostic devices).
  • Collaborate with R&D teams to develop secure architectures and implement security requirements, aligning with standard security frameworks like NIST 800-53.
  • Evaluate the security of products, software, and systems for compliance with applicable standards (ISO 27001, NIST, EU Directives, FDA, etc.).
  • Assess and identify the impact of changes, updates, or new regulations on existing and new products, guiding teams on necessary implementations.
  • Monitor and understand global cybersecurity standards, periodically reviewing for gaps and implementing them in SOPs and WIs.
  • Utilize threat modeling practices and tools (e.g., STRIDE, OWASP) to identify and mitigate security threats.
  • Conduct CVE vulnerability assessments using appropriate tools and practices.
  • Monitor and understand security threats to develop effective mitigation solutions.
  • Perform or support security testing, including penetration tests, and internal/external audits, coordinating remediation as necessary.
  • Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Software Development, Regulatory, and other stakeholders to develop and document cybersecurity controls.
  • Execute tests to identify system and security vulnerabilities.

Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of industry experience in the design and development of application software, with at least 5+ years in cybersecurity for medical devices
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Computer, Electrical, Computer Systems, Systems, or Software) or a related discipline.
  • Experience in product cybersecurity risk assessments in regulated industries like healthcare.
  • Proficiency in threat modeling practices and tools (e.g., STRIDE, OWASP).
  • Strong experience in vulnerability assessments, tools, and practices.
  • Proven ability to monitor and understand security threats and develop mitigation solutions.
  • Experience in performing or supporting security testing and coordinating remediation efforts.

Technical Skills:

  • Experience with security tools and technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and antivirus software.
  • Experience with cybersecurity challenges and solutions specific to Software as a Medical Device (SxMD) products.
  • Knowledge of encryption technologies and secure coding practices.
  • Familiarity with network security protocols and technologies (e.g., SSL/TLS, VPNs, IPsec).
  • Experience with cloud security and securing cloud-based applications and infrastructure.
  • Understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices.
  • Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards specific to medical devices (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
  • Proven track record of securing medical device software and hardware against vulnerabilities and threats.
  • Experience in ensuring compliance with medical device cybersecurity regulations and standards (e.g., FDA premarket and postmarket cybersecurity guidance).

About Kyyba:

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.

At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.

Disclaimer:

Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Rewards:

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Term life

Voluntary life and disability insurance

Optional Pre-paid legal plan

Optional Identity theft plan

Optional Medical and dependent FSA

Work-visa sponsorship

Opportunity for advancement

Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client

Select Awards

  • An INC 5000 company for 10 years
  • Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots
  • Crain’s Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit
  • TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions
  • Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships
  • Metro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment, Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest
  • 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan

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