BISO- Optum Rx Pharmacy – 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.

The Business Information Security Officer (BISO) is responsible for serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for information security across the Optum Rx Pharmacies. This role will work directly with Pharmacy and Technology teams to implement new technology solutions and ensure alignment with enterprise security standards.

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:

• Work with businesses partner associates across Optum to integrate them into risk prioritized cyber security processes and controls
• Participate in security incident response processes on a per-occurrence basis
• Serve as a point of contact for Enterprise Security policy and process issues and escalations
• Drive major programs or change initiatives aimed at improving pharmacy security programs and line of business security maturity
• Develop metrics and measures to communicate to senior management on risk management concepts, as well as specific project risks and risk mitigation options/scenarios
• Maintain a deep understanding of the business, our patients and healthcare-delivery models. This understanding includes key systems, key contacts, priorities and concerns within the business and IT
• Maintain current knowledge on information security topics and their applicability to the enterprise and the healthcare industry
• Support security architecture reviews around innovative technology delivery models such as Operational Technology (OT) Security, IoT Security, AI, private and public cloud

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 or 8+ years of experience in information security / technology operations in lieu of a degree
• 5+ years of information security / technology leadership experience (including people management)
• Extensive experience in OT (Operational Technology) and IoT security
• Extensive experience in leading large scale security change initiatives in a highly matrixed environment
• Demonstrated experience explaining complex security issues to both technical and non-technical leaders, through both written executive communication and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Security+, CISSP, CISM, or CISA certification
• Experience working in a large enterprise
• Experience in the Healthcare / Insurance industries
• Experience supporting Pharmacy business models
• Experience with modern application development and design
• In depth knowledge of cloud / security architecture

*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 $156,400 to $268,000 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.