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Information Technology Security Engineer - Cyber Security

Optum
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6 months ago
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Senior Information Security Engineer – UK 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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Our teams are at the forefront of building and adapting the latest technologies to propel healthcare forward in a way that better serves everyone. With our hands at work across all aspects of health, we use the most advanced development tools, AI, data science and innovative approaches to make the healthcare system work better for everyone. \As a Senior Information Security Engineer you will conduct network security investigations, cloud forensics, log analysis, host-based forensics, incident response, and case management. Candidates should be proficient at communicating verbal and written findings to stakeholders at all levels of the enterprise regarding cyber security incidents. In addition to having impact on a great team, you'll also discover the career opportunities you'd expect from an industry leader.  Primary Responsibilities of the Senior Information Security Engineer: • Mentor analysts, providing training and guidance through complex incidents • Identify deficiencies in processes and tools, make corrective recommendations, and drive implementation of solutions and efficiencies • Perform host-based digital forensics on Microsoft Windows systems primarily and other operating systems and document findings in clear and concise language • Preserve evidence (both network and host) using forensically sound methods • Establish, evaluate, and implement performance metrics • Work with Security Architecture and Engineering teams to remain abreast of changes to IT infrastructure and business environments  You will be rewarded and recognised 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 providing development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications of the Senior Information Security Engineer: • Strong experience working in computer forensics, cyber security investigation and other related fields • Experience with cloud environments and Forensics techniques in Azure, AWS, and GCP cloud services providers. • collecting artifacts from endpoints, network sensors, and application logs and performing corresponding analysis. • Previous experience with and understanding enterprise-wide technology risks that are inherent to a business and an ability to effectively communicate those risks to stakeholders   Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience • Network traffic knowledge • All telecommuters will be required to adhere to the UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalised groups and those with lower incomes. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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