Principal Info Security Engineering - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

2d•Remote

About The Position

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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. This position supports the Center of Excellence (COE) team in the Enterprise Security & Resilience Office, responsible for supporting the growth of the COE function while closely aligning with senior and executive leaders to achieve security and operational excellence across the company. The position will sit within the Enterprise Security Office and focus on program management, executive reporting and analytics capabilities, and driving automation to support operational discipline for security matters. This position offers flexibility to work remotely. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in technology, information security, computer science, data analytics, business administration, or related field OR equivalent professional experience
5+ years of experience in technology, information security, risk management, or compliance, with exposure to managing cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a center of excellence or operations role
3+ years of proven analytical, reporting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address pain points and satisfaction drivers using data
Demonstrated experience applying or using AI/ML to enhance operations, automate processes, and improve insights in a complex enterprise environment
Extensive knowledge of industry-standard cybersecurity frameworks, such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to develop, implement, and maintain security protocols that align with enterprise objectives and regulatory requirements
Proven exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of presenting recommendations to executive leadership and fostering organizational alignment
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Responsibilities

Define and drive the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the COE aligned with organizational and strategic goals
Collaborate across the enterprise security office to execute strategy of operational excellence and risk remediation, while partnering to enhance reporting and automation capabilities
Design and implement best in class reporting capabilities to deliver real-time, data driven insights and key performance indicators (KPIs) to security stakeholders
Support COE operations and the execution of special projects, including other ESRO assessments as required
Provide oversight to team members in the delivery of COE initiatives
Establish best practices, frameworks, and standards for the security office, and act as a thought leader and advocate for innovation and continuous improvement
Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements
Drive quality assurance and continuous process optimization
Collaborate with business units, IT, and leadership to align COE initiatives with enterprise priorities
Mentor and develop team members to enhance technical and leadership capabilities
Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth
Research emerging technologies, trends, and industry best practices
Pilot and scale innovative solutions to address business challenges
Conduct regular reviews and adjust strategies based on performance data
Ensure cost-effectiveness and ROI of COE initiatives