Information Security Engineer – Remote

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.   

  

The M&A security team has a requirement to ensure acquired entities uphold their security posture. In doing so, this team will provide proper implementation and support of security endpoint tools to adhere to UHG security policies. The responsibilities will primarily focus on Tanium implementation and support across the NIE space. 

 

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. 

 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• ServiceNow: 
  • Manage ServiceNow queue and SLA adherence
  • Create tool statistics and reporting 
• Tanium: 
  • Perform operational maintenance within the tool 
  • Provide Acquired Entities’ with tool support 
• Vulnerability Identification and Mitigation: 
  • Identify and prioritize security vulnerabilities in mergers and acquisition space  
    • Patching within Tanium 
    • Zero Days 
  • Work closely with IT and security teams to implement remediation strategies and best practices 
• Technical Tool Documentation and Training: 
  • Create playbooks and training videos for all Merger and Acquisition security tools for internal and external use 
  • Develop a Center of Excellence 
  • Generate detailed reports that clearly communicate findings, risks, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 
• Collaboration and Communication: 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that security recommendations are understood and implemented effectively. 
  • Provide training, guidance, and support on endpoint security tool best practices to IT staff and other stakeholders. 

 

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: 

• 2+ years of experience with Tanium
• 2+ years of experience with ServiceNOW 
• 2+ years of experience with SharePoint 
• 2+ years of experience with SmartSheets 
• Solid foundational knowledge of Windows Server 2016, Windows 11 and Linux operating systems; Cisco IOS and hardware 
• High level of aptitude for Windows Network Infrastructure basics and PowerShell scripting. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage and secure domains using Active Directory, Group Policy, and Permissions, and provide risk management solutions and disaster recovery and planning 
• Demonstrated ability to formalize risk management frameworks, business continuity, disaster recovery plans, and incident reporting standards to align operational practices and strategic policies 
• Demonstrated ability to implement newly created engineering capabilities in nonstandard environments and documenting requirements for future automation and improvement 
• Demonstrated ability to work with ambiguity and troubleshoot issues as they arise 

 

*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 $71,200 to $127,200 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.