Sr Cybersecurity Fraud Analyst - Remote

Optum; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 89,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Fraud Analyst to enhance its security measures and protect sensitive information. This role involves analyzing data to detect potential threats, collaborating with various teams, and mentoring junior analysts. With a commitment to improving health outcomes through technology, the company offers a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility of remote work options. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with Incident Response Platforms.
• 3+ years of proficiency in interpreting and analyzing data for cyber threats.
• In-depth understanding of cybersecurity technologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Review logs to identify and report risky behaviors.
• Correlate data to identify anomalous behavior.
• Mentor and train other analysts on investigative techniques.

Skills

Incident Response Platforms (IRP)

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Data Analysis

Cybersecurity Principles

Risk Assessment

Analytical Skills

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent cyber experience

Tools

General Forensic Toolsets

User and Entity Behavioral Analytics (UEBA)

Job description

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

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely* from anywhere within the U.S. 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

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:

• Undergraduate degree or 3+ equivalent cyber experience


• 4+ years of experience with Incident Response Platforms (IRP)


• 3+ years of Proficiency in interpreting and analyzing data to uncover potential cyber threats


• 3+ years of experience in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)


• 3+ years of In-depth understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and tools


• 1+ years ability to resolve security incidences efficiently


• 1+ years of experience monitoring systems and analyzing data


• 1+ years of experience working as an analyst working sensitive information ethically and responsibly

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience with General Forensic Toolsets


• 1+ years of experience with User and Entity Behavioral Analytics (UEBA)


• 1+ years of Pindrop experience

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

The salary range for this role is $89,800 to $176,700 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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