Senior Information Security Engineer

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

5h•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. 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

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

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding principles and practices of cyber security audits and audit documentation
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
Broad knowledge of wide range of Information Technology systems and a deep understanding of the inherent security risks associated with these technologies
Demonstrate ability to anticipate and handle critical situations, negotiating solutions, resolving 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
Ability to manage the identification and mitigation of risks and communicate business and technical risk to all levels of audience
Ability to oversee the assessment and review of highly complex, technical situations within a matrixed organization, providing developmental solutions
Deep understanding network security principles, including firewall configurations, network traffic analysis and risk management
Outstanding organizational, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills

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 protections, conservation and accountability of proprietary, personal, or privileged electronic data
Collaborate with director, 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 respond 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