Medical Device Cybersecurity Specialist
Job Description
Premier Global Links LLC is seeking a Clinical Engineering Cybersecurity Specialist / Medical Device Cybersecurity Specialist to help implement and execute a medical device cybersecurity program for a hospital in Far Rockaway, NY. The role blends biomedical and clinical engineering work with healthcare IT, risk management, and regulatory compliance to improve how connected medical devices are protected.
This position is based in New York, NY and is onsite, with a salary range of USD 90,000 to 100,000 per year. You will bring at least 3 years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead the collection of critical cybersecurity data elements (CDEs) and manufacturer documentation in CMMS platforms.
- Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments for medical devices using asset information and manufacturer guidance.
- Configure medical devices in alignment with cybersecurity standards and manufacturer requirements.
- Own 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.
Requirements
- 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.
Technologies
- CMMS
- NIST
- ISO
- FDA
- HIPAA
- Joint Commission
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Wellness programs
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Career development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
Preferred Qualifications
- CISSP
- HCISPP
- CEH
- CompTIA Security+
- Additional medical device cybersecurity or healthcare IT certifications