Job Description

Job Title: Entry-Level Systems & Security Engineer

Location: Hybrid – San Diego, CA

Reports to: Senior Systems & Security Engineer

Department: Information Systems & Technology

Job Type: Contract

Position Summary

We’re seeking an Entry-Level Systems & Security Engineer to join our team and support the design, maintenance, and security of our enterprise systems. In this hybrid role based in San Diego, CA, you’ll work closely with senior engineers to monitor and maintain cloud-based platforms such as Microsoft 365, Okta, and Atlassian. You will play a key part in user onboarding and offboarding, troubleshooting system and network issues, and helping to manage access controls across our SaaS and cloud environments.

This position offers a unique opportunity to actively participate in the implementation of security controls, contribute to compliance documentation for standards like HIPAA and ISO 13485, and support audit activities under the guidance of experienced professionals. You’ll also engage with external partners—including Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Security Operations Centers (SOCs)—to collaborate on incident response and monitor systems for potential threats.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, has a foundational understanding of cloud technologies and security frameworks, and is interested in healthcare technology and regulatory compliance. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in disaster recovery planning, backup maintenance, and periodic testing of business continuity strategies, positioning yourself for growth in a dynamic and regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Systems & Cloud Support

• Assist in maintaining and monitoring cloud-based platforms (Microsoft 365, Okta, Atlassian)
• Support user onboarding/offboarding and access management processes.
• Help troubleshoot basic system and network issues across SaaS and cloud environments.
• Assist with any Tier 1 related task pertaining to end-user support.

Information Security & Compliance

• Participate in implementing security controls aligned with frameworks such as NIST CSF or CIS Controls.
• Assist with documentation for compliance efforts (HIPAA, ISO 13485).
• Support audits of cloud configurations and IAM policies under guidance.

Vendor Coordination

• Collaborate with Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Security Operations Center (SOC) teams for incident response and system monitoring.
• Review alerts and elevate issues as needed.

Disaster Recovery & Continuity

• Help maintain backup and recovery processes.
• Participate in periodic testing of disaster recovery plans.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Basic understanding of cloud platforms and networking fundamentals.
• Familiarity with security principles and frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO).
• Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn.
• Exposure to scripting or automation tools (PowerShell, Python).
• Interest in healthcare technology and regulatory compliance.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Comptia Network + & Security + are a huge plus.
• Experience with the Microsoft O365 Eco System.
• Experience with the Atlassian Suite.

Come join us in addressing large healthcare needs through precision epigenomic medicine!

ClearNote Health is an exciting life science company that is reinventing non-invasive molecular diagnostic testing using next generation epigenomic technologies. We are passionate and dedicated to discovering and developing medicines that will make a significant difference in cancer and other epigenomic-driven diseases. Our technologies provide novel insight and quantitation of human health and disease, with our focus on precision medicine applications improving both clinical and health system outcomes. Our company was founded based on pioneering work in the Stanford laboratory of Stephen Quake, with advisors from Stanford and UCSF.

We look for extraordinary lifelong learners with a passion and growth mindset for these areas, and for combining biological ingenuity with AI and data analysis. Led by a team with decades of experience bringing products from concept to market, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We provide generous benefits to all employees including stock options. We are building a world‑class company, based in San Diego and San Mateo.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:

We celebrate diversity in perspectives and backgrounds, and this is reflected in our innovation, our mission, and values. Our differences make us unique, help us innovate, and allow us to persevere. We strive to achieve representation and inclusion and redefine the possible in patients living longer lives.

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