Medical Device/IoT Security Architect

Maveris is an IT and cybersecurity services company committed to helping organizations create secure digital solutions to accelerate their mission. We are Veteran-owned and proud to serve customers across the Federal Government and private sector. We have an opening for a full-time, permanent Medical Device/IoT Security Architect to join our talented, dynamic team in support of a large Federal Government customer.   

Veterans are encouraged to apply. 

The Medical Device/IoT Security Architect will support the Department of Veterans Affairs by providing technical and programmatic support services to include development, maintenance, enterprise architecture, and administrative engineering support.  

Duties

As a Medical Device/IoT Security Architect supporting Maveris programs, you will be trusted to lead the delivery of a Federal Agency’s Enterprise Security Architecture and Strategy. In this role, a typical day will include: 

• Provide thought leadership for new techniques and design patterns related to Enterprise Security Architecture within the domain of Automation and DevSecOps.

• Ensure that the Enterprise Security Architecture, framework, and strategy across the enterprise remains consistent with and supports the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and other federal mandates.

• Design security patterns and reference architectures that ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive medical data, safeguarding patient safety, and comply with regulatory standards such as HIPAA.

• Conduct risk assessments, threat modeling, and aid in vulnerability testing for IoT and medical devices, identifying potential security risks and recommending mitigations. 

• Architect secure communication protocols (e.g., TLS, HTTPS, MQTT) and encryption methods to protect data in transit and at rest between IoT devices, medical systems, and cloud platforms. 

• Collaborate with medical device manufacturers, healthcare providers, and IT teams to embed security controls within device firmware, software, and hardware, including encryption, access control, and secure boot. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security across the lifecycle of connected devices, from design and deployment to ongoing monitoring and incident response. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 7 years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience securing connected medical devices and IoT environments in healthcare or other highly regulated industries
• Experience working with healthcare standards, such as HIPAA, FDA guidelines, and IEC 80001, for medical devices
• Experience with security frameworks and methodologies (NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001)
• Knowledge of network security, wireless protocols, and data encryption specific to IoT environments
• Experience with cybersecurity tools such as vulnerability scanners, SIEM, and threat detection systems
• Hands-on experience with Zero Trust security models

Benefits

Maveris attracts and retains talent of the highest caliber by offering opportunities to work in exciting and challenging environments surrounded by bright minds. Our employees are our most prized asset and are rewarded with highly competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with company match
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

About Maveris

Maveris offers exceptional, mission-focused, solutions to organizations facing highly complex IT, digital, and cybersecurity challenges. Our success is achieved by maintaining an environment of trust where people are encouraged to reach their fullest potential. Every candidate that applies to Maveris brings something unique to the table, and because our team is diverse, we consistently meet our goals and exceed client expectations. If you are a highly-motivated person with a willingness to learn, we invite you to apply today to join our team!

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