Security Clearance required:

　　Able to obtain Public Trust

　　Do you want to make a difference?

　　Cognosante employees are passionate about improving people’s lives. With an innovative mindset and an unwavering commitment to those we serve, we partner with healthcare, civilian and defense agencies to deliver exceptional public services and programs. Our multi-faceted technology and customer experience (CX) solutions achieve program outcomes, solve critical challenges and create meaningful change. Whether we are helping Veterans access healthcare faster, ensuring that members of the military complete their missions safely, or helping people obtain health insurance, our work touches millions of people. Are you ready to make a difference?

　　Come Join Our Team

　　Cognosante is seeking an outgoing, organized, eager, and proactive individual to fill a remote Security Officer role to support the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare contract. This contract is a critical component of defending the Medicare Trust Fund by collecting billions of dollars annually in mistaken payments from debtors. The CMS Medicare contract is the center point of that process – combining both Coordination of Benefits case work and Data Collection from Beneficiaries, Group Health Plans (GHP) and Non-Group Health Plans (NGHP) to ensure accurate payment of Medicare claims.

　　What is the position?

　　The Security Officer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective implementation of necessary safeguards to protect sensitive information, uphold compliance with regulatory requirements, and maintain the integrity and confidentiality of the Medicare program. This position is contingent upon contract award

　　What will I get to do?

　　Serves as a key role on the contract.

　　Assume responsibility for the comprehensive security oversight of the Medicare program.

　　Implement and manage security measures in alignment with industry standards, regulatory guidelines, and organizational policies.

　　Develop and execute strategies to ensure the implementation of necessary safeguards to protect Medicare program data and assets.

　　Conduct regular assessments and audits to identify and address potential security vulnerabilities.

　　Ensure that security practices and safeguards align with all applicable regulations, including but not limited to those set forth by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

　　Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address compliance requirements.

　　Develop and maintain an incident response plan tailored to the unique security needs of the Medicare program.

　　Lead investigation and management of security incidents, implementing corrective actions as necessary.

　　Serve as the primary point of contact for all security-related matters pertaining to the Medicare program.

　　Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, to address security concerns and ensure open lines of communication.

　　Provides task unique functional expertise necessary to interpret requirements, ensure responsiveness and achieve successful performance.

　　Provide training to staff involved in the Medicare program on security best practices and compliance requirements.

　　Participate in business, technical, and security reviews of the solution to explain selected security and privacy controls.

　　Foster a culture of security awareness and accountability throughout the program.

　　Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of security activities, measures, and incidents.

　　Prepare and submit regular reports to management, outlining the status of security initiatives and compliance measures.

　　Oversight for all vendor and third-party contractors’ security compliance

　　Contributes to the implementation of strategy and helps assess the impact of industry trends, policy, and/or standard methodologies.

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　What qualifications do I need?

　　Bachelor’s degree.

　　5 or more years of relevant experience.

　　Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.

　　Proven experience in a security management role, preferably in the context of healthcare or Medicare programs.

　　Experience with CMS CMSR and working in CFACTS.

　　Experience with ATO, POAM, and Vulnerability management.

　　In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, regulations, and best practices.

　　Possess demonstrated knowledge in designated field or discipline.

　　Possesses experience providing solutions to an organization’s challenges through the application of knowledge gained through similar prior engagements.

　　Participates in the development of solutions by leveraging knowledge of the designated field or discipline.

　　Possess knowledge in implementing and reviewing NIST security control.

　　Must be a US Citizen or Authorized to work in the US (if not a citizen) and a resident of the US for at least 3 years within the last 5 years.

　　What additional characteristics will help me thrive?

　　Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

　　Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

　　Formal education or professional experience in information assurance, information security management

　　Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.

　　Ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously.

　　What We Offer  

　　Our mission is to provide comprehensive and competitive pay, benefits, services, and programs to eligible employees and their dependents that: 

　　Ensure optimal health and productivity of our employees  

　　Support employee retention and attraction 

　　Provide work/life balance to ensure our employees succeed inside and outside of the office 

　　Compensation

　　$96,760.98 - $154,817.56

　　The pay range for this job is determined by various factors, including but not necessarily limited to location, responsibilities of the job, and alignment with market data. When determining a salary for this role, the following factors may be taken into consideration - contract-specific affordability, education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience. The estimate displayed represents the salary range for this position and is just one component of Cognosante’s total compensation package for employees. It is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.

　　Cognosante will not provide sponsorship for employment-based immigration benefits for this position.

　　What We Promise  

　　Cognosante employees are inspired by our bold mission to improve lives. To achieve this mission, we put our people first. No matter where they're located around the nation, our innovative workplaces enable individuals to apply their skills and experience to work toward a greater good.

　　We foster a winning culture of solution creators built on innovation, collaboration, flexibility, and work-life balance. And we invest in the next generation of diverse talent to foster an inclusive, progressive, adaptable workplace that prioritizes advancement for all. As an affirmative action employer, we are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.  

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　　We will never send communications through any other domain, including @cognosantecareers.com, @gmail.com or @yahoo.com). We will never request payment from you, nor will we send payment to you, prior to your start date. If you have been asked to send or receive any payment, or if you have any doubt about whether you have been contacted by a Cognosante employee, please contact us at [email protected]

　　At Cognosante, we innovate with purpose. Each day, we create meaningful change by delivering mission-driven solutions for healthcare, civilian, and defense government agencies. When you work at Cognosante, you’ll apply your talents and grow your career with an organization that believes in the missions of our customers – and the right every employee has to an inclusive, flexible, and collaborative workplace. Work with us, and you’ll be challenged and supported—and have the platform to elevate your career to wherever your professional aspirations lead.​

　　Get to know Cognosante employees

　　We’re driven by our customers’ missions, and measure success by how we improve lives.

　　We believe innovative solutions start with an innovative culture.

　　We believe customer understanding is the key to creating innovative solutions.

　　We know we are stronger together, and we value the diversity of our people.

　　We believe growth should be a core job benefit.

　　Like many other companies, Cognosante has been targeted by scammers making fraudulent job offers to potential candidates. As shared on our company website (https://cognosante.com/careers/) , communications from Cognosante recruiting are only sent with an official corporate domain email (e.g., @cognosante.com) and not a commercial domain e-mail (e.g., @gmail.com or @yahoo.com)). We will never request payment from an applicant, nor will we send payment to an applicant, prior to that individual’s start date.

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