Cyber Engineer

About the role

This role is a remote position within HealthEquity, a company dedicated to saving and improving lives by empowering healthcare consumers. It involves protecting the network security of millions of member accounts, benefit transactions, and employer plan data.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, manage, and maintain network security solutions across Azure and Palo Alto Networks environments.
• Create automation scripts, playbooks, and integrations to reduce manual effort in network management.
• Monitor firewall and network telemetry, tune policies and configurations, and reduce friction and gaps in the environment.
• Manage Azure network security controls, configure and maintain GlobalProtect and Prisma Access for cloud and remote environments.
• Partner with Cyber Defense Operations teams to investigate, contain, and remediate network-based incidents.
• Write and maintain runbooks, documentation, and standard operating procedures for the network defense function.
• Support control testing and evidence requests tied to HIPAA, SOC 2, and other relevant frameworks.
• Identify and apply automation and AI to close security gaps and scale network defense as HealthEquity grows.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to network security incidents outside standard business hours.

Requirements

• Direct, hands-on experience with both Azure and Palo Alto Networks.
• Production experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls, Panorama/Strata Cloud Manager, or Global Protect/Prisma Access.
• Production experience with Azure networking and security services, such as virtual networks, network security groups, and Azure Firewall.
• Advanced knowledge of core networking concepts: TCP/IP, routing, DNS, VPN, and firewall policy and segmentation design.
• Experience using AI coding services (Claude Code) to design, build, and deliver automation such as scripts, playbooks, and orchestration mechanisms.
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to explain technical risk to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation.

Preferred

• Current Palo Alto Networks certification relevant to network security or security automation.
• Current Microsoft Azure certification in networking or security.
• Experience in healthcare, financial services, or another highly regulated industry.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA, SOC 2, or NIST Cybersecurity Framework controls.
• Experience integrating Network Security Monitoring detection tools into security operations.
• Experience with Strata Cloud Manager, Prisma Access.

Skills

This role requires a combination of technical skills and soft skills. Technical skills include experience with Azure and Palo Alto Networks, while soft skills encompass clear communication, willingness to participate in an on-call rotation, and the ability to explain technical risk to non-technical audiences.

Benefits & Perks

The salary range for this role is $96,500.00 to $123,000.00 per year. Additional benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA contribution and match.
• Dependent care FSA match.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Personal and healthcare financial literacy programs.
• Ongoing education and tuition assistance.
• Gym and fitness reimbursement.
• Wellness program incentives.
• Onboarding & Travel.

Why work with HealthEquity

HealthEquity is committed to providing a work environment where everyone feels welcome and included. They strive to hire individuals who bring diverse backgrounds and identities, ensuring a culture of respect and equality. HealthEquity also emphasizes the importance of privacy and provides detailed information about their EEO policies, background check, and E-Verify policies on their careers page.

Application Instructions

To apply for this role, interested candidates should follow the application instructions provided by HealthEquity. No additional boilerplate or legal notices are necessary.