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About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Clinical Engineering Cybersecurity Specialist to support the medical device cybersecurity program in Far Rockaway, NY.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with medical equipment or medical devices, combined with knowledge or practical exposure to cybersecurity. This role is suited to a biomedical engineer, biomedical equipment technician (BMET), clinical engineer, or healthcare technology professional who understands medical device operations and can help protect connected medical equipment from cybersecurity threats.
You will work closely with hospital IT, Information Security, Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) teams, and medical device manufacturers to identify security risks, implement cybersecurity controls, and maintain the safety, security, and availability of medical devices.
Key Responsibilities Medical Device Cybersecurity & Technical Support
- Support the implementation and ongoing management of medical device cybersecurity strategies.
- Collect critical cybersecurity data elements (CDEs) and manufacturer documentation for medical devices within the CMMS and asset inventory.
- Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments based on collected device information and manufacturer recommendations.
- Oversee medical device configurations to ensure alignment with cybersecurity standards and manufacturer guidelines.
- Coordinate planned vulnerability remediation, including software patching, upgrades, and security updates.
- Support unplanned vulnerability remediation, including assessment and response to zero-day threats.
- Coordinate cybersecurity activities and remediation efforts with medical device manufacturers.
- Test and validate network segmentation rules in collaboration with hospital IT teams.
- Support IT projects that may affect medical devices connected to the hospital network.
Vulnerability Management & Program Support
- Investigate cybersecurity alerts involving medical devices across the hospital and clinics.
- Analyze high-risk and critical vulnerabilities and develop appropriate response recommendations.
- Track, document, and report vulnerability remediation activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve cybersecurity practices across HTM and IT teams.
- Maintain the accuracy and quality of cybersecurity data and documentation in the CMMS.
Training & Collaboration
- Support cybersecurity education and awareness initiatives for HTM teams.
- Coach Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMETs) on basic cybersecurity hygiene and device security controls.
- Collaborate with hospital IT, InfoSec, clinical engineering, and equipment manufacturers.
- Participate in relevant industry cybersecurity workgroups and forums.
- Complete required technical and non-technical training.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Support hospital cybersecurity audits involving HIPAA and Joint Commission requirements.
- Provide technical guidance during enterprise cybersecurity audits.
- Help ensure medical device cybersecurity practices align with applicable regulatory and organizational requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant functional experience with Biomedical devices.
- Hands-on experience working with medical devices, biomedical equipment, clinical engineering, or healthcare technology environments.
- Knowledge or practical exposure to cybersecurity concepts, preferably involving medical devices or healthcare environments.
- Understanding of medical equipment troubleshooting, configuration, maintenance, or technical support.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and ISO.
- Familiarity with CMMS platforms and medical equipment asset management.
- Understanding of vulnerability management, risk assessments, security patching, and remediation.
- Knowledge of FDA and Joint Commission requirements relevant to medical devices and healthcare environments.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Direct experience with medical device cybersecurity.
- Experience working with hospital IT, Information Security, or Healthcare Technology Management teams.
- Experience coordinating firmware updates, software upgrades, security patches, or vulnerability remediation for medical equipment.
- Familiarity with medical device networking and network segmentation.
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, or HCISPP.
- Experience with cybersecurity risk assessments and manufacturer security documentation.
Compensation & Benefits
Annual Salary: $81,000–$100,000
Compensation will be based on the candidate's education, relevant experience, technical skills, and qualifications.
Benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness programs
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Career growth opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
Additional benefit details will be provided during the hiring process.
Important Information
- Work Location: Far Rockaway, NY 11691
- Relocation assistance is not available.
- Candidates must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
We encourage applications from biomedical engineers, biomedical equipment technicians, clinical engineers, medical equipment service professionals, and healthcare technology specialists who combine hands-on medical device experience with cybersecurity knowledge.
Pay: $81,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Clinical Engineering Cybersecurity Specialist to support the medical device cybersecurity program in Far Rockaway, NY.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with medical equipment or medical devices, combined with knowledge or practical exposure to cybersecurity. This role is suited to a biomedical engineer, biomedical equipment technician (BMET), clinical engineer, or healthcare technology professional who understands medical device operations and can help protect connected medical equipment from cybersecurity threats.
You will work closely with hospital IT, Information Security, Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) teams, and medical device manufacturers to identify security risks, implement cybersecurity controls, and maintain the safety, security, and availability of medical devices.
Key Responsibilities Medical Device Cybersecurity & Technical Support
- Support the implementation and ongoing management of medical device cybersecurity strategies.
- Collect critical cybersecurity data elements (CDEs) and manufacturer documentation for medical devices within the CMMS and asset inventory.
- Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments based on collected device information and manufacturer recommendations.
- Oversee medical device configurations to ensure alignment with cybersecurity standards and manufacturer guidelines.
- Coordinate planned vulnerability remediation, including software patching, upgrades, and security updates.
- Support unplanned vulnerability remediation, including assessment and response to zero-day threats.
- Coordinate cybersecurity activities and remediation efforts with medical device manufacturers.
- Test and validate network segmentation rules in collaboration with hospital IT teams.
- Support IT projects that may affect medical devices connected to the hospital network.
Vulnerability Management & Program Support
- Investigate cybersecurity alerts involving medical devices across the hospital and clinics.
- Analyze high-risk and critical vulnerabilities and develop appropriate response recommendations.
- Track, document, and report vulnerability remediation activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve cybersecurity practices across HTM and IT teams.
- Maintain the accuracy and quality of cybersecurity data and documentation in the CMMS.
Training & Collaboration
- Support cybersecurity education and awareness initiatives for HTM teams.
- Coach Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMETs) on basic cybersecurity hygiene and device security controls.
- Collaborate with hospital IT, InfoSec, clinical engineering, and equipment manufacturers.
- Participate in relevant industry cybersecurity workgroups and forums.
- Complete required technical and non-technical training.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Support hospital cybersecurity audits involving HIPAA and Joint Commission requirements.
- Provide technical guidance during enterprise cybersecurity audits.
- Help ensure medical device cybersecurity practices align with applicable regulatory and organizational requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant functional experience with Biomedical devices.
- Hands-on experience working with medical devices, biomedical equipment, clinical engineering, or healthcare technology environments.
- Knowledge or practical exposure to cybersecurity concepts, preferably involving medical devices or healthcare environments.
- Understanding of medical equipment troubleshooting, configuration, maintenance, or technical support.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and ISO.
- Familiarity with CMMS platforms and medical equipment asset management.
- Understanding of vulnerability management, risk assessments, security patching, and remediation.
- Knowledge of FDA and Joint Commission requirements relevant to medical devices and healthcare environments.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Direct experience with medical device cybersecurity.
- Experience working with hospital IT, Information Security, or Healthcare Technology Management teams.
- Experience coordinating firmware updates, software upgrades, security patches, or vulnerability remediation for medical equipment.
- Familiarity with medical device networking and network segmentation.
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, or HCISPP.
- Experience with cybersecurity risk assessments and manufacturer security documentation.
Compensation & Benefits
Annual Salary: $81,000–$100,000
Compensation will be based on the candidate's education, relevant experience, technical skills, and qualifications.
Benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness programs
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Career growth opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
Additional benefit details will be provided during the hiring process.
Important Information
- Work Location: Far Rockaway, NY 11691
- Relocation assistance is not available.
- Candidates must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
We encourage applications from biomedical engineers, biomedical equipment technicians, clinical engineers, medical equipment service professionals, and healthcare technology specialists who combine hands-on medical device experience with cybersecurity knowledge.
Pay: $81,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cybersecurity specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field
- Active CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent certification
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk or Microsoft Sentinel
- Proficiency in network security, firewalls, intrusion detection, and endpoint protection
- Familiarity with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, or similar standards
- Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, or incident response
Tips for Your Cybersecurity Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to each posting
Cybersecurity job descriptions often list specific frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, or MITRE ATT&CK. Pull the exact terms from each posting and mirror them in your resume so applicant tracking systems score your application accurately.
Lead with certifications above experience
Hiring managers in this field scan for certifications first. Place your CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or CISM in a dedicated line near the top of your resume, above your work history, so they're visible before the recruiter reads further.
Build a documented lab portfolio
Employers frequently ask for proof of hands-on skills. A GitHub repo or personal write-up documenting a home lab, CTF completions, or a vulnerability assessment you ran demonstrates applied ability that a list of certifications alone can't show.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cybersecurity specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a technical screening round
Many cybersecurity interviews include a live scenario, a take-home threat analysis, or tool-specific questions on SIEMs like Splunk or Microsoft Sentinel. Review recent CVEs in your specialization and practice explaining your incident response methodology out loud before your first screen.
Negotiate using scope, not just title
When an offer comes in, clarify the scope before accepting: ask which environments you'll own, what your incident escalation authority is, and whether you'll have a defined security budget. Scope differences between two identical titles can mean very different career trajectories.
Cybersecurity Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cybersecurity specialists?
The companies hiring the most cybersecurity specialists right now include US Defense Finance and Accounting Service, Rea, and Sodexo, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Ohio, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors, financial institutions, and large health systems consistently post the highest volume of roles.
How many cybersecurity specialist jobs are remote?
About 69% of cybersecurity specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies by specialization. Threat intelligence, security engineering, and cloud security roles tend to have the highest remote share, while roles tied to on-premises infrastructure or classified government environments are more likely to require in-person work.
How do you become a cybersecurity specialist?
Start by earning a degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or information technology, then build foundational credentials like CompTIA Security+ or Network+. Gain hands-on experience through a help desk or IT support role, run a home lab to practice offensive and defensive techniques, and work toward an advanced certification such as CISSP or CEH once you have field experience.
How do you get hired as a cybersecurity specialist with little experience?
Focus on earning an entry-level certification like CompTIA Security+ first, since many employers accept it as a substitute for years of experience. Document any self-directed work: CTF competitions, bug bounty submissions, or home lab write-ups. Applying to SOC analyst or IT security support roles is a common entry path that feeds directly into specialist positions within one to two years.
What does the cybersecurity specialist interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen, followed by a technical interview that tests your knowledge of security frameworks, common attack vectors, and tool-specific questions. A practical exercise, such as analyzing a log sample or walking through a hypothetical incident, is common in the later rounds. Final interviews often involve a hiring manager or security leadership discussion about your response methodology and communication style.
Where can I find and apply to cybersecurity specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to cybersecurity specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly to each listing.
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