Epic Security Analyst - Intermediate

Under minimal supervision, the Epic Security Analyst (Intermediate) is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing Epic security access across the organization. This position works closely with operational leaders, application teams, compliance stakeholders, and end users to ensure secure, appropriate, and efficient access to Epic applications and related systems. The Epic Security Analyst demonstrates the ability to analyze complex security requests, troubleshoot access-related issues, and implement security solutions that align with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and Epic best practices. The analyst effectively manages competing priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment while ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Under minimal supervision, serves as a lead resource for assigned Epic security initiatives, including security role design, access governance, security audits, and organizational projects. Develops, documents, and maintains procedures and standards related to Epic security administration. Interacts professionally with leadership, faculty, staff, vendors, and cross-functional Information Technology teams. Responsibilities

Security Administration Provision, modify, and deprovision Epic user access in accordance with organizational policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements. Configure and maintain Epic user templates, security classes, security points, user records, provider records, and role-based access structures. Ensure appropriate segregation of duties and least-privilege access principles are consistently applied. Access Governance Review, analyze, and approve security requests to ensure compliance with organizational policies and operational requirements. Participate in periodic access reviews, audits, and attestation activities to validate appropriate user access. Assist in developing and enforcing Epic security governance processes and standards. Design & Build Design, build, test, and implement Epic security solutions to support new departments, workflows, acquisitions, and organizational initiatives. Evaluate security requirements and recommend access models that balance operational efficiency, compliance, and system security. Collaborate with Epic application teams to support integrated security solutions across Epic modules. Troubleshooting & Support Investigate and resolve Epic security-related incidents, access concerns, authentication issues, and user account problems. Perform root cause analysis on security and access-related issues and implement corrective actions. Compliance & Audit Support internal and external audits by providing security documentation, reports, and evidence of compliance. Monitor Epic security practices for adherence to HIPAA, organizational security policies, and Epic best practices. Identify, document, and remediate security risks and inappropriate access. Reporting & Analysis Develop and maintain security reports, dashboards, and metrics related to user access and security compliance. Analyze access patterns and recommend improvements to enhance security and operational efficiency. Utilize Epic reporting tools and available technologies to support auditing and monitoring activities. Project Leadership Serve as security lead for assigned Epic implementations, upgrades, optimizations, and enhancement projects. Participate in system testing, upgrade validation, and integrated workflow reviews to ensure security requirements are met. Documentation & Knowledge Management Develop and maintain security procedures, standards, workflows, and training materials. Document security configurations, design decisions, and operational support processes. Provide mentoring and guidance to junior analysts and security team members as appropriate. Qualifications

Proven ability to successfully execute multiple assignments simultaneously in a matrixed environment. Demonstrated critical and analytical thinking proficiencies. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated troubleshooting competencies. Excellent organizational management skills. Project Management skills. Education: Bachelor’s degree (4 years of comparable experience may be substituted for a degree). Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience with clinical or business systems with exposure to software development/build lifecycles. Licenses/Certifications: As specified by the department director, Epic certification for assigned modules are required within eighteen (18) months of hire. Epic certification must be maintained per Epic Corporation standards.

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has been recognized by Forbes as one of

America’s Best Employers for Company Culture .

Benefits Overview UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits. Medical

- UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates. Dental

- Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist. Vision

- Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Disability

- Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working. FSAs

- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses. Retirement

- Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers. Time Off

- A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options: Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire. Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken. Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment. Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year. Discounts

- Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership. EEO Statement UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.