Requisition number: 2352924
Job category: Technology
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
Assess entity-specific environments (acquired entities/micro-acquisitions), maturity levels, and gaps against Security Shield 2.0 requirements
Partner with engineering, IT, and security teams to drive consistent adoption of required controls
Tailor onboarding playbooks and timelines to diverse infrastructure and technical ecosystems
Manage integration programs through:
Technical design
Implementation
Testing and validation
Cutover and transition to operations
Coordinate with engineering and operations teams to ensure smooth handoff and sustainment
Provide engineering consulting and implementation expertise in support of new initiatives
Solid ability to collaborate, delegate tasks and drive deadline compliance in a highly regulated, time sensitive environment
Identify deficiencies in processes and tools, recommend security controls and/or corrective actions for mitigating technical and business risk. Contribute to Lessons Learned Meetings
Hold stakeholders accountable for remediation actions
Providing training and guidance through complex solutioning/remediation
Integrate and collaborate with other subject matter experts throughout the organization
Liaison with additional stakeholders across the security team, business, and acquired entities
Influence the creation and/or adoption of new standards and procedures
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED
2+ years of experience working with Acquired Entity Security
2+ years of experience in identifying cybersecurity risk and prioritizing remediation
2+ years of Cyber Security Analyst experience in any of the following areas:
Attack Surface Reduction
Active Directory
Cybersecurity threat detection, monitoring and reporting
Vulnerability Management
Intermediate level of experience analyzing attack vectors, current threats, and security remediation strategies
Intermediate level of experience in Active Directory/Entra ID
Intermediate level of experience with high level of familiarity with compliance regulations (PCI, HIPPA, etc.)
Willing or ability to work off shift hours if needed (e.g. Nights and Weekends)
Preferred Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
CISSP, CISA, GCIH, CEH, CHFI, CCSP, SEC+, Net+, A+ PowerShell, KQL, or Python scripting experience
Understanding of NIST 800-61
*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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