About this opportunity
Quest Diagnostics lists this Senior Security Specialist opportunity in secaucus, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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The Senior Security Specialist manages Applications Analysts assigned to the security workgroup, understands Epic’s security infrastructure, and provisions security for users. The role focuses on security design, governance and compliance to ensure proper access control and application integrity.
Position notes: This position is hybrid (3 days in office & 2 days WFH). It can be based in Secaucus, NJ; Nooristown, PA; Schaumburg, IL; Tampa, FL; or Addison, TX.
Benefits Information
We offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families. Depending on part‑time or full‑time status, benefits may include:
Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time employees working 30+ hours
Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
and so much more!
Responsibilities
Provision application security levels and roles
Establish ownership of each security class
Coordinate security template and role updates and establish a security change control process
Coordinate security related activity across infrastructure (network, servers, OS) and application (Epic or non‑Epic) teams
Work with application and compliance teams to design system level access
Create user records and map them to templates built by application analysts
Create appropriate shared security classification with no specific application ownership
Create and maintain procedures to activate, deactivate, and update user records
Collaborate with the IAM development team to implement and manage access within the Quest standard automated systems to control user access, ensure compliance, and reduce security risks
Work with the PAM team to secure critical, high‑level access by managing privileged accounts within the Quest PAM solution
Understand Epic software security structures, including user profiles, roles and security classes
Conduct thorough testing and troubleshooting of security configurations and permissions
Collaborate with Epic to implement new projects, such as a new module
Manage upgrades of assigned application with Epic by setting timelines, maintaining continuous communication, and addressing issues with urgency
Build relationships with end users and provide timely and consistent support
Communicate problem status and solutions to end users
Provide subject matter expertise in Epic security best practices and access control frameworks
Support audit readiness and documentation for regulatory compliance
Provide on‑call support outside of regular business hours when needed.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Technology.
Required Experience
2–3 years of experience working with Epic systems in security analysis or related field
Proven experience in Epic security design and configuration
Strong understanding of security governance, compliance and auditing processesExperience in healthcare security management
Active Epic Security Certification
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Preferred
Active Epic Certifications
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Worksite address
secaucus, NJ, 07094, US
Who can apply
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