Senior Information Security Engineer

UnitedHealth Group • Eden Prairie, MN

15h • 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 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 will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 5+ years of relevant experience with TrendMicro Engineering
• 5+ years of experience analyzing, auditing, researching, developing security policies; standards and procedures

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding principles and practices of cyber security audits and audit documentation
• Demonstrate ability to anticipate and handle critical situations, negotiate solutions, resolve conflicts and driving projects to completion
• Ability to manage and ensure compliance with IT structures/processes/technologies
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, as well as communicate with high-level management
• Extensive technical know-how of security network devices (switches, antivirus, proxies, IPSs, WAF, firewalls, cryptography, SIEM) and any other security networking hardware or software tools
• Ability to manage the identification and mitigation of risks and communicate business and technical risks to all levels of audience
• Deep understanding network security principles, including firewall configurations, network traffic analysis and risk management
• Ability to oversee the assessment and review of highly complex, technical situations within a matrixed organization, providing developmental solutions
• Outstanding organizational, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Broad knowledge of wide range of Information Technology systems and a deep understanding of the inherent security risks associated with these technologies
• All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the functional subject matter expert for the TrendMicro EDR product
• Communicate clearly and effectively during high pressure situations to identify root causes, assess impact, and drive timely resolution
• Directs and oversees work activities of supervisors; empowers architecture and infrastructure security staff in the successful performance of their tasks and responsibilities while encouraging innovation
• Making critical decisions on enterprise security policies
• Reporting and reviewing the compliance status and taking remediation actions
• Determine the severity and complexity of issues pertaining to the security and protection of systems data, (autonomously or as part of a team) to ensure the protection, conservation and accountability of proprietary, personal, or privileged electronic data
• Collaborate with directors, managers, and other technical personnel to ensure mitigation of security risks pertaining to the company
• Prepares audit reports, memoranda, and other documents; makes verbal presentations on audit findings/recommendations
• Promote continued integration of technological advances to further enhance security and reduce risks
• Oversee network security best practices and standards are executed through auditing: change controls, process documentation, configurations, and monitoring
• Evaluates analysis of suggested solutions and innovative approaches to complex issues, as well as complex conceptual analysis, ensuring implementation
• Plans, conducts, and responds to internal and external cyber security audits and questionnaires; interprets and documents audit results; recommends and implements corrective actions
• Collaborates and offers managerial direction to other managers, project managers, architects, and technical leads to ensure continuity and communication across teams
• Defines, implements, audits, and maintains firewall security policies ensuring mitigation of risks to the IT infrastructure as well as the company
• Promote the development of innovative approaches and solutions to complex problems and issues
• Mentors and coaches’ cybersecurity team leads and other individuals, providing guidance and expertise, promoting continued integration of technological advances to further enhance security
• Leverage AI assisted tools such as GitHub Copilot and Microsoft Copilot to increase development speed, accuracy, and overall productivity
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees