Heartland Dental · 1 week ago
IT Security Engineer, Cloud
Effingham, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expHeartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to over 3,000 supported doctors. The IT Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for protecting cloud-based systems and data, designing security solutions, collaborating with IT teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
ConsultingDentalHealth CareHealth Diagnostics
Responsibilities
Design and implement security controls for cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, Google Cloud)
Monitor cloud environments for suspicious activity, vulnerabilities, and compliance issues
Respond to cloud security incidents by investigating alerts, containing threats, and coordinating remediation
Manage identity and access by configuring roles, permissions, and multi-factor authentication for cloud resources
Conduct regular cloud security assessments including penetration testing, vulnerability scans, and configuration reviews
Automate security tasks using cloud-native tools and scripting (e.g., Infrastructure as Code, security orchestration)
Collaborate with Application Development and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and application deployments
Review and enforce cloud security policies for data protection, encryption, and regulatory compliance
Stay up to date on cloud security trends, threats, and best practices; recommend improvements as needed
Educate staff and stakeholders on secure cloud usage and emerging risks
Support audits and compliance initiatives by providing evidence and documentation for cloud controls
Evaluate and deploy cloud security solutions
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Five years of experience in cloud security, cloud architecture, information security, or a related field
Associate degree and not less than two years of experience in cloud security or related fields
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field with one year of experience in cloud security or related fields
Understanding of cloud security frameworks and standards (e.g., CSA CCM, CIS, NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27017/27018)
Familiarity with regulatory requirements for cloud environments (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2)
Knowledge of cloud provider security tools and services (e.g., Azure Security Center, Google Security Command Center)
Skilled in scripting and automation using CLI, PowerShell, Bash, and/or JSON templates
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for cloud risk assessment and mitigation
Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize multiple tasks
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact with co-workers in a collegial manner to accomplish common tasks
High level of maturity, personal initiative, and sound judgment
Preferred
Relevant certifications such as: Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Azure Security Engineer Associate, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, CISSP, CISM, or similar credentials
Proven experience in cloud security, cloud risk management, or related fields, preferably in a regulated industry (e.g., healthcare, finance)
Strong understanding of cloud regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., HIPAA, PCI-DSS, ISO 27017/27018)
Benefits
Generous benefits package
Company
Heartland Dental
As a leading DSO, Heartland Dental provides supported dentists, hygienists, and non-clinical team members with world-class non-clinical administrative support to help them achieve sustainable professional and personal growth.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.57M2022-07-12Acquired
2011-06-03Series Unknown· $1.57M
Leadership Team
Kirsty Leyland
Chief Human Resources Officer and Executive Vice President
Sarah Jackson
Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
2025-12-05
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