Cybersecurity Systems Engineer
Company: Summa Health
Location: Akron
Posted on: December 2, 2025
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Job Description:
The Cybersecurity Systems Engineer II (Intermediate) manages the
organizations technical security capabilities to ensure the
security and resilience of systems, services, and critical
resources. Implements the appropriate processes and technical
safeguards to ensure the delivery of critical infrastructure
services. Tests, implements, deploys, maintains, reviews, and
administers the cybersecurity hardware, software, and documentation
required to effectively manage cybersecurity resources and achieve
organizational cybersecurity goals. Manages the organization’s
system security capabilities including endpoint, cloud, and data
security tools and services. The Engineer works in close
partnership with peers and other subject matter experts across the
organization to achieve desired outcomes. Provides thought
leadership and guidance to level I Engineers. Minimum
Qualifications: 1. Formal Education Required: a. Bachelor’s Degree
in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, or Engineering or
equivalent combination of education and/or experience. 2.
Experience & Training Required: a. Five (5) years information
security experience; Five (5) years of IT related experience b.
Preferred experience in a healthcare environment with exposure to
HIPAA, PCI DSS, or other relevant regulations. c. Certifications
required: i. CompTIA Security (or equivalent) ii. ITIL Foundation
(or equivalent) d. Certifications preferred: i. ISC2 CCSP, SSCP,
CISSP (or equivalent) ii. GIAC Certifications iii. CompTIA CASP 3.
Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications: a. Intermediate
knowledge of information assurance (IA) principles and
organizational requirements to protect confidentiality, integrity,
availability, authenticity, and non-repudiation of information and
data. b. Intermediate knowledge of computer networking concepts and
protocols, and network security methodologies. c. Intermediate
knowledge of confidentiality, integrity, and availability
requirements. d. Intermediate knowledge of network protocols and
directory services (e.g., Domain Name System [DNS]). e.
Intermediate knowledge of installation, integration, and
optimization of system components. f. Intermediate knowledge of
host and network access control mechanisms (e.g., access control
list); Intrusion Detection System (IDS) tools and applications;
incident response and handling methodologies. g. Intermediate
knowledge of the systems engineering process. h. Intermediate
knowledge of user authentication methods and factors. i.
Intermediate knowledge of secure configuration management
techniques. j. Intermediate knowledge of security system design
tools, methods, and techniques. k. Intermediate knowledge of cyber
threats and vulnerabilities. l. Intermediate knowledge of web
filtering technologies. m. Intermediate knowledge of operating
systems. n. Basic knowledge of key concepts in security management
(e.g., Release Management, Change Management, Patch Management). o.
Basic knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they
relate to cybersecurity (e.g., Personally Identifiable Information
(PII) and Personal Health Information (PHI)). p. Basic knowledge of
risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and
mitigating risk). q. Basic knowledge of secure application
development principles. r. Ability to optimize systems to meet
organizational cybersecurity requirements. s. Ability to think
strategically and creatively to solve complex security problems. t.
Ability to stay up to date on emerging security threats and
technologies. u. Ability to communicate effectively with technical
and non-technical audiences. v. Ability to mentor junior analysts
by providing guidance and knowledge-sharing. w. Ability to take
direction and operate independently in moderately ambiguous
situations. x. Ability to effectively interact with populations of
patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for
self-respect and dignity. 4. Level of Physical Demands: a.
Sedentary: Exerts up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or a
negligible amount of force frequently. b. Minimal, may occasionally
move computer equipment (desktop, laptop, monitor, printer, and
peripherals) when necessary. Equal Opportunity
Employer/Veterans/Disabled Summa Health System is recognized as one
of the region’s top employers by a number of third party
organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates
gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering
excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our
philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships
at every level of the organization and competitive pay and
benefits. $49.78/hr - $74.68/hr The salary range on this job
posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or
differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience
and geographical location are considered when determining the
starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity
and consider internal equity of our current team members when
determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is
listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the
range would not be typical. Summa Health offers a competitive and
comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision,
life, paid time off as well as many other benefits. Basic Life and
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Supplemental Life and
AD&D Dependent Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term
Disability Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical
Illness Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Accounts –
Healthcare and Dependent Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Education Assistance Daily
Pay
Keywords: Summa Health, Akron , Cybersecurity Systems Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Akron, Ohio
