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 Senior Data Security Engineer will lead the deployment, integration, and operationalization of the Cloud Data Security Posture Management Platform across our partner Cloud Service Providers. The Cloud Data Security Engineer will have very solid interpersonal skills, be a self-starter, and have a desire to maintain enterprise-wide visibility to initiatives related to cloud-based technologies and services. The Cloud Security Engineer is an individual contributor role with deep expertise in Cloud Security and Cloud Engineering best practices.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead the deployment and integration of the DSPM and DLP tools in a Cloud environment
- Design, implement and manage security controls to safeguard cloud infrastructure and data
- Conduct security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with federal regulations and standards (e.g. FedRAMP, NIST)
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to identify security requirements and develop solutions
- Develop and maintain security documentation including policies and procedures
- Stay current with emerging security threats and technologies, providing recommendations for continuous improvement
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior security engineers and other team members
- Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in cloud security engineering with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role
- 3+ years of experience working with a wide array of operating systems (e.g. Linux, Windows, Ubuntu, etc.)
- 2+ years of experience with AWS Cloud, Azure Gov or other cloud environments
- 2+ years of experience in scripting and automation focused on cloud-based deployments utilizing languages/frameworks such as Python, Terraform, Cloudformation, etc
- 2+ years of experience with container security and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
- 2+ years of experience with cloud databases (e.g. SQL, NoSQL, Dyanomo, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant security certifications - CISSP or equivalent
- Experience with DevSecOps practices and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines
- Knowledge of advanced threat detection and response techniques
- Familiarity and in-depth knowledge of FedRAMP and NIST security frameworks and compliance standards
- Solid understanding of fundamental security principles/concepts (Networking, Encryption, IAM)
- Proven excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex security issues and develop effective solutions
- Proven outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
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.
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple plan types with employer HSA contributions, in‑network preventive care at 100%, and included 24/7 virtual visits, alongside dental and vision options. This breadth allows predictable copay choices or tax‑advantaged HSA designs to fit different usage needs.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer match eligibility and full vesting over time plus an Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount. Together these elements support long‑term savings and ownership.
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Parental & Family Support — Family supports include six weeks paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and subsidized Bright Horizons back‑up care. Emotional well‑being resources like a premium Calm subscription and a 24/7 EAP complement these supports.
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Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, 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. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.
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