Dir Data Security

hcsc; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 133,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation is seeking a senior data security leader to govern enterprise data protection and risk management. The role partners with Technology, Legal, Privacy, and Compliance teams to align controls with business goals across on-premises and cloud environments.

Responsibilities include directing DLP, data classification, and data integrity programs while managing budgets and resources to support regulatory obligations and a risk-conscious culture at scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, MIS, or related field; 10+ years of information security/data security experience
• 5 years of leadership or people-management experience
• Deep understanding of data protection, Data Loss Prevention, data classification, and data integrity concepts
• Knowledge of data security controls across on-premises and cloud environments
• Oversee budgets and resource allocation supporting enterprise data security objectives
• Translate data security risk into business-relevant priorities and decisions
• Ensure data security investments align to risk reduction and regulatory obligations

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise data security governance and alignment with business objectives
• Oversee DLP, data classification, data security management, and data integrity controls across on-premises and cloud environments
• Partner with Technology, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, and business leaders to reduce data-centric risk

Skills

Data protection concepts

Data Loss Prevention

Data classification

Cloud security

Budgeting

Risk translation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / MIS

Tools

Security governance tools

Job description

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for enterprise leadership and governance of data security capabilities. The role ensures sensitive data is identified, classified, protected, and monitored across the enterprise in alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and the evolving threat landscape. This role partners closely with Technology, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, and business leaders to reduce data-centric risk while enabling secure data usage at scale. Areas of responsibility include Data Loss Prevention, data classification, data security management, and data integrity controls across on-premises and cloud environments

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, MIS, or related field and 10 years of experience in Information Security, Data Security, or related disciplines, or14 years equivalent experience
• 5 years of leadership or people-management experience
• Deep understanding of data protection, Data Loss Prevention, data classification, and data integrity concepts
• Knowledge of data security controls across on-premises and cloud environments
• Oversee budgets and resource allocation supporting enterprise data security objectives
• Translate data security risk into business-relevant priorities and decisions
• Ensure data security investments align to risk reduction and regulatory obligations

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Pay Transparency Statement

At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees. Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards . The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.

HCSC Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Base Pay Range

$133,400.00 - $247,700.00

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.