Information Security Advisor

The Elevance Health Companies, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevance Health seeks an Information Security Advisor to join our IT Security & Compliance team in a hybrid role. You will design and implement security controls, resolve complex incidents, and provide engineering guidance on access management and network security.

The role requires strong knowledge of risk management, governance, IAM, and regulatory compliance; candidates should have 5+ years in systems security and a BS/BA in IT or related field, plus security certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires BS/BA in Information Technology or related field and 5+ years of security-related experience.
• Experience in planning and designing highly complex systems and security implementations.
• CISSP or other security certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides first level engineering design functions and trouble resolution for security systems.
• Leads or plans implementations for access management and network security technologies.
• Develops testing plans to ensure quality of security implementations.
• Leads investigations and reporting of data security events and incidents.
• Provides system and network architecture support for information security technologies.
• Maintains security incident response plans and oversees vendor services.

Skills

Access Control

Application Security

Information Security and Risk Mgmt

Identity Governance

Security Architecture

Network Security

Education

BS/BA in Information Technology or related field

Job description

Position Title: Information Security Advisor

Anticipated End Date: 2026-09-30

Hybrid

This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

How you will make an impact

• Provides first level engineering design functions and trouble resolution
• Provides trouble resolution and serves as point of technical escalation on complex problems
• Leads or plans implementations for access management and network security technologies
• Develops testing plans to ensure quality of implementation
• Leads the investigation and reporting of data security events and incidents
• Provides system and network architecture support for information and network security technologies
• Provides technical support to business and technology associates in risk assessments and implementation of appropriate information security procedures, standards and technologies
• Maintains security incident response plans
• Represents major upgrades and business system replacements in change control
• Oversees Enterprise mix of vendor services
• Recommends changes and updates to strategy
• May act a key contact for setting vendor strategy
• Designs & engineers repetitive technical solutions based on business requirements and defined technology standards
• Develops support procedures and performance metrics reports
• Leads level 1 & 2 incident recoveries
• May organize the efforts of other analysts as part of incident recovery
• Leads root cause analysis efforts

Skill Sets

• Access Control
• Application Security
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
• Cryptography
• Information Security and Risk Management
• Legal, Regulations
• Compliance and Investigations
• Operations Security
• Physical (Environmental) Security
• Security Architecture and Design
• Telecommunications and Network Security

Minimum Qualification

Requires BS/BA degree in Information Technology or related field of study and a minimum of 5 years of experience in systems support, system administration, system engineering, system security, access management, network security, network communications, computer networking, telecommunications, systems development and management, hardware, software, and/or data; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Requires experience in planning and designing highly complex systems.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences

Experience with multiple technical and business disciplines. Security Certifications: CISSP or other technical security certifications (e.g. Systems Security Certified Practitioner, Certification and Accreditation Professional). Strong understanding of IAM governance principles and frameworks. Ability to perform governance assessments and maturity evaluations. Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and control frameworks. Solid understanding of identity governance and administration (IGA). Experience with one or more of: SOX, HIPAA, NIST 800-53, SOC.

Additional Notice

If this job is assigned to any Government Business Division entity, the applicant and incumbent fall under a 'sensitive position' work designation and may be subject to additional requirements beyond those associates outside Government Business Divisions. Requirements include but are not limited to more stringent and frequent background checks and/or government clearances, segregation of duties principles, role specific training, monitoring of daily job functions, and sensitive data handling instructions. Associates in these jobs must follow the specific policies, procedures, guidelines, etc. as stated by the Government Business Division in which they are employed.

Job Details

Job Level: Non-Management Exempt

Workshift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Job Family: IFT > IT Security & Compliance

Company

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

Total Rewards

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Hybrid Workforce Strategy

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.

COVID-19 Policies

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Accommodation

Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the following form: Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact.

Arrest/Conviction

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Florida Screening

Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.

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Equal Opportunity / Disability / Veterans

Elevance Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans.