Henry Ford Health

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Medical Device and Emerging Technology Security, the Cloud Security Architect - Emerging Technologies is a technical role that works collaboratively across all functional areas related to cloud-based information technology systems, networks, applications, and data within our healthcare institution. This position provides expert guidance on strategic and technical initiatives for cloud security, with a focus on Azure environments. The role ensures cloud security programs and technical controls adhere to policies, applicable laws, and regulations specific to the healthcare industry. The Cloud Security Architect will work closely with the Enterprise Architecture team to develop and implement secure cloud designs that can be effectively operationalized. The Cloud Security Architect - Emerging Technologies position is a valued member of the IPSO department and will work closely with other members of the SOC, IPSO (Risk, Privacy, etc.), and IT programs to develop and implement a comprehensive approach to the management of security risks in cloud enabled workflows and applications.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of direct, hands-on experience in cloud security architecture design, with a strong focus on Azure environments.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of overall work experience in IT, Information Security, or related field within healthcare or highly regulated industries. Extensive knowledge of cloud security best practices, regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH), and risk management in healthcare settings.
• Strong experience in implementing and managing Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) solutions.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing secure Azure architectures, including Azure Active Directory, Azure Security Center, and Azure Sentinel.
• In-depth understanding of cloud security concepts such as shared responsibility model, identity and access management (IAM), data encryption, and secure network design in cloud environments.
• Experience with cloud security assessment tools and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for designing, creating, and testing complex cloud-based systems in healthcare environments.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex cloud security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in automation and scripting languages relevant to cloud security, such as Python, PowerShell, or Terraform.
• Experience in securing cloud migration processes and implementing best practices for secure cloud adoption.
• Experience delivering detailed architectural design packages, familiarity with TOGAF or other architectural frameworks/standards preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• At least one of the following certifications are required, but two are preferred: Cloud Security Certification: CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional) or CCSK (Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge).
• Azure-specific Certification: Microsoft Certified:
• Azure Security Engineer Associate or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Security Certification: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or CISM (Certified Information Security Manager).

Additional Information

• Organization: Corporate Services
• Department: Ascension MEDICAL DEVICE SECUR
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable

Additional Details

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Overview

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.

Benefits

The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is

committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to

race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,

weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,

or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.