Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN) · 7 hours ago
IT Security, Compliance and Governance Lead
Springfield, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $165K/yr
7+ years expBehavioral Health Network (BHN) is the largest provider of behavioral health services in Western Massachusetts and was recently recognized by The Boston Globe as a Top 10 Employer in Massachusetts. The IT Security, Compliance & Governance Lead will design, implement, and strengthen enterprise security, privacy, and IT governance programs to safeguard sensitive health information and ensure regulatory compliance across a multi-site healthcare organization.
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Responsibilities
Develop and maintain BHN’s enterprise information security, privacy, and IT governance strategy
Lead HIPAA, HITECH, 42 CFR Part 2, and other regulatory compliance initiatives
Conduct and manage risk assessments; maintain and track enterprise risk register
Oversee security operations delivered by the MSP, including monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and endpoint protection
Coordinate internal and external audits; lead remediation planning and tracking
Chair or facilitate IT governance and security committees
Serve as primary point of contact for security incidents and potential breaches
Collaborate with Infrastructure and Network leadership to ensure secure architecture, identity management, and disaster recovery planning
Review vendor contracts, business associate agreements, and data-sharing terms for security and privacy compliance
Prepare security posture and risk reports for executive leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, IT, or related field
7+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, privacy, compliance, or risk management, preferably in healthcare
Deep expertise in Microsoft security technologies (Azure, Entra ID, Defender, Intune, Purview, Microsoft 365)
Strong knowledge of HIPAA Security & Privacy Rules, HITECH, 42 CFR Part 2, and related regulations
Experience working with NIST, CIS Controls, HITRUST, ISO 27001, or comparable frameworks
Experience managing MSP or MSSP relationships and security service delivery
Ability to translate complex technical and regulatory risk into clear, actionable guidance
Preferred
Master's degree
Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, HCISPP, or equivalent) strongly preferred
Benefits
Generous PTO
403(b) with employer match
Tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive benefits
Company
Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN)
BHN is a nonprofit behavioral health provider serving communities across Massachusetts.
1001-5000 employees
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Stewart Joslin
CFO
Steven Winn
Chief Operating Officer
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