Senior Information Security Analyst

McKesson; United States; Remote; USD 170,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson Corporation in Irving, TX is seeking a Senior Information Security Analyst to lead delivery and lifecycle management of enterprise security data products, including data lakes, Azure Data Factory, and Databricks, aligning with NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, and Zero Trust.

The role requires advanced degree or equivalent plus 5–7 years experience, telecommuting option nationwide, collaboration across teams, and mentoring of juniors, with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Master’s or bachelor’s in IT/Cybersecurity or related field.
• Five+ years in security data products, cloud, and compliance.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards.
• Experience across Windows, Linux, and Unix security engineering.
• Vulnerability management, penetration testing, and secure architecture design.
• Ability to communicate complex security risks to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery and lifecycle management of enterprise security data products (data lakes, Azure Data Factory, Databricks).
• Implement secure, automated, and integrated solutions to support global security operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and remediate security risks and ensure strategic alignment.
• Develop and execute security test plans, validate controls, and enhance system stability while preserving business continuity.

Skills

Azure

AWS

Data Factory

Databricks

Python

PowerShell

JavaScript

Security frameworks

Compliance standards

Windows

Linux

Unix

Vulnerability management

Penetration testing

Secure architecture

Risk communication

Education

Master’s degree in IT/Cybersecurity

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Databricks

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

What We Need:

Multiple Positions Available

COMPANY: McKesson Corporation

POSITION: Senior Information Security Analyst

LOCATION: 6555 State Highway 161, Irving, TX 75039

JOB DUTIES:

Lead the delivery and lifecycle management of enterprise security data products, including data lakes, Azure Data Factory, and Databricks. Applied Al, Stochastic Optimization using Cyber Central data for security insights. Drive security efficiencies through automation, orchestration, and process optimization. Architect and implement secure, automated, and integrated solutions that support global security operations and business initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and remediate security risks, track progress, and ensure alignment with strategic goals. Develop and execute security test plans, validate controls, and enhance system stability without impacting business continuity. Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, Zero Trust, GDPR, and others. Participate in change management, architecture reviews, and strategic planning sessions. Mentor junior team members and serve as a technical resource across the organization. 100% telecommuting allowed from any location in the U.S.

REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s degree, or foreign equivalent, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science/Engineering or related field of study and five (5) years of experience in the job offered or related field.

ALTERNATIVELY, Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science/Engineering or related field of study and seven (7) years of experience in the job offered or related field.

Applicant must have five (5) years demonstrated experience in each of the following:

• Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), data engineering tools (Data Factory, Databricks), and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, and JavaScript).
• Deep understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards.
• System and network security engineering across Windows, Linux, and Unix environments.
• Vulnerability management, penetration testing, and secure architecture design.
• Communicating complex security risks in business terms and influencing decision‑making.

Applicant must have three (3) years demonstrated experience in each of the following:

• Vulnerability Management data and Bl work.

• OFFERED WAGE: $169,950 - $179,300/year

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) [e-mail] or (Canada) [e-mail]. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.

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