Cybersecurity Analyst

UnitedHealth Group; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Eden Prairie, MN is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to conduct in-depth data analyses, correlate security indicators, and investigate risks to the organization. You will monitor logs, detect anomalous activity, and collaborate with teams to drive risk reduction.

A strong emphasis on ethical data handling and adapting to evolving threats is expected. This office-based role in Eden Prairie offers opportunities to contribute to enterprise information security while growing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 1+ years interpreting data to uncover cyber threats.
• 1+ years cybersecurity principles, technologies, and tools.
• 1+ years meticulous monitoring of systems and data.
• 1+ years handling sensitive information ethically and responsibly.
• 1+ years agile and responsive to evolving threats.

Responsibilities

• Review logs to identify, analyze, document, and report risky or suspicious actions.
• Correlate data from various sources to identify anomalous behavior.
• Provide clear information to alert and drive corrective actions.
• Learn and adapt from past incidents to define risky behavior.
• Translate risks to threat monitoring use cases for alerting.
• Collaborate with partner teams to support investigations and communicate risks.
• Mentor and train analysts; assist with incidents and chain of custody as needed.
• Leverage AI tools to streamline workflows and drive improvements.

Skills

Data analysis

Threat detection

Cybersecurity basics

Data handling ethics

Adaptability

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - Cybersecurity Analyst (2389589)

Cybersecurity Analyst - 2389589

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. Join us to startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

Enterprise Information Security (EIS) is focused on improving security across the enterprise. Much of what our team does involves close collaboration with engineers, interface designers, infrastructure, cloud teams, newly acquired companies and clinical partners. Our mission is to Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of UnitedHealth Group’s Information assets through the implementation and management of an Enterprise Information Security Program. We are committed to building and maintaining the trust and confidence of our customers and our stakeholders. It is our duty to protect the information of those we serve and help fulfill our mission of making the health care system work better for everyone.

The Cybersecurity Fraud Analyst conducts in-depth analyses and correlation of data points to model Proactive Call Center Detection/Prevention and investigate risks to UHG.

If you reside in Eden Prairie , MN, you will enjoy the flexibility of an office-based role as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review logs and indicators to identify, analyze, document, and report on actions or behaviors as observed by security logs that are risky, do not align to company policies, or are otherwise deemed suspicious


• Correlate data points from various sources to support identification of anomalous behavior using critical thinking skills


• Alert those that need to know by providing clear and detailed information to help address the perceived risk and drive corrective actions and resolution after reporting


• Continually learn, adapt, and feed-forward those findings to what is and is not risky behavior based on prior notifications, changes in policies, and changes in security logs including applying lessons learned from past incidents


• Translate business risks to threat monitoring use cases for alerting, including conducting risk assessments on data sources for ingestion into monitoring tools


• Collaborate with partner teams to support investigations processes, provide technical expertise as needed, and communicate risks to the business


• Mentor and train other analysts on investigative techniques and analytical and technical skills
  May assist with sophisticated cybersecurity incidents, investigations, and maintaining chain of custody when needed to support legal requirements


• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED


• 1+ years of experience in interpreting and analyzing data to uncover potential cyber threats


• 1+ years of experience with cybersecurity principles, technologies, and tools


• 1+ years of experience with the ability to be meticulous in monitoring systems and analyzing data


• 1+ years of experience with handling sensitive information ethically and responsibly


• 1+ years of experience with agility and responsiveness in the face of evolving cyber threats

Preferred Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication abilities


• Demonstrated ability to tackle and resolve intricate issues efficiently

*All Telecommuters 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 $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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 Groupis a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.