Principal Info Security Engineering – Remote

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.

 

Primary 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

 

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.

Required Qualifications:

• 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

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

 

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 $112,700    to $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

 

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.