Principal Incident Response Analyst

Centene Corporation • Remote-MO, MO

7d • $121,500 - $224,900

About The Position

The Principal Incident Response Analyst serves as an Incident Commander for activities requiring activation of Centene’s enterprise-wide Incident Response Plan. This role leads and coordinates incident response efforts across business units, keeps abreast of security breaches and emerging threats, and ensures incident and response management processes are initiated in a timely manner. The analyst collaborates with Information Security Architects, Engineers, software and hardware stakeholders, and internal and external security partners to contain, investigate, and remediate incidents. The role also integrates third-party attack monitoring and threat reporting services into internal CIRT communications systems and recommends process enhancements based on after-action reports, incidents, and investigations.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in a quantitative or business field, such as statistics, mathematics, engineering, or computer science, and 6–8 years of related experience with deep functional and Centene-specific knowledge. Equivalent experience acquired through applicable knowledge, duties, scope, and skills may be considered. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

The stated annual pay range is $121,500–$224,900. Centene describes a comprehensive benefits package and a flexible approach to work that may include remote, hybrid, field, or office schedules; the specific work arrangement for this position is not stated.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or business field, such as statistics, mathematics, engineering, or computer science, or equivalent experience.
• 6–8 years of related experience with deep functional and Centene-specific knowledge.
• Knowledge of threat actor tools, techniques, and processes (TTPs) and Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
• Experience with endpoint protection and enterprise detection and response platforms, such as CrowdStrike or Microsoft Defender.
• Understanding of network and infrastructure technologies, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure, security best practices, and Cloud Detection & Response technology.
• Ability to acquire knowledge in the area of specialty; identify problems and procedural irregularities; collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to maintain accuracy under pressure and demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making.
• Ability to communicate and make recommendations to upper management, drive multiple projects to completion, and apply technical aptitude.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an Incident Commander for activities requiring issuance of Centene’s enterprise-wide Incident Response Plan.
• Lead and coordinate incident response efforts across multiple business units.
• Command and coordinate large-scale cyber incidents.
• Communicate regularly with leadership from multiple departments.
• Maintain situational awareness of emerging threats and ensure timely initiation of incident response management processes.
• Work with internal and external security partners to contain, investigate, and remediate incidents.
• Collaborate with Information Security Architects, Engineers, and software and hardware stakeholders.
• Integrate third-party attack monitoring and threat reporting services into internal CIRT communications systems.
• Recommend process enhancements based on after-action reports, incidents, and investigations.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Stock purchase plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible approach to work schedules, which may include remote, hybrid, field, or office arrangements
• Additional forms of incentives may be included in total compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal