Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Humana Inc.
Chicago, IL, United States
16 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$117,600.0 - $161,700.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Amazon Web Services Computing Platforms Microsoft Azure Cable Modem Cloud Computing Cyber Security Continuous Delivery Continuous Integration Information Leak Prevention Fault Tolerance Internet Services
+16 more
Python (Programming Language) Performance Tuning Windows PowerShell Systems Development Life Cycle Shell Script Security Information and Event Management Data Processing Scripting Google Cloud Cloud Platform System Firewalls (Computer Science) Kubernetes Information Technology Deployment Automation Cisco Microservices

Job description

The Senior CyberSecurity Engineer designs, oversees, and performs engineering tests that validate platform and product designs. May design and implement protocols and solutions designed to safeguard sensitive data from external/internal breach or attacks and implement relevant engineering updates to Humana information technology and information security infrastructures. Begins to influence department’s strategy. Makes decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and work is performed without direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments., * Perform engineering of data protection products. For example, Privacera.

  • Understand and perform deployments on Azure and GCP Clouds
  • Create CI/CD pipelines on Azure environment
  • Perform risk assessments, follow and enhance the security solutions lifecycle (evaluation, purchase, build, technical policy configuration, integration into Cloud environments, and run).
  • Contribute to Data Protection security solutions R&D to evaluate the latest cutting edge tools against unfilled strategic security capabilities to drive business priorities
  • Act as a subject matter expert on the implementation and capabilities of existing security controls with a focus on Privacera.
  • Identifies the need for new security technology solutions; designs, reviews and collaborates on the deployment of new solutions.
  • Stays continually informed about the latest developments in the security field, including mitigation strategies, threats, tools, attack vectors, and cutting edge preventative measures.
  • Participates in new products or technology solutions supported by appropriate ROI, total cost of ownership, and/or cost benefit analyses.
  • Performs technical proof of concepts., * WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.
  • A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.
  • Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
  • A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana’s offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Requirements

  • Hands on experience in automation (PowerShell and/or Python or a similar language, can be a beginner to intermediate level).
  • 3+ years experience with Security & Major Incident response.
  • 3+ years experience in Azure DevOps environment
  • 3+ years experience in Azure monitoring
  • Ability to write shell scripts
  • Proven ability to quickly earn the trust of project sponsors and key stakeholders
  • Ability to communicate at all levels with clarity and precision both written and verbal
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines
  • Solid knowledge and understanding of systems development life cycle (SDLC).
  • Strong Experience working in Agile environments.
  • 3 + years experience in a Cyber Security focused role

Preferred Qualifications:

  • IT Industry certifications (Microsoft Certifications On-Prem or Cloud, Cisco, CISSP, CEH, Azure, Amazon AWS, GCP, etc.)
  • Bach Degree in Technical related field
  • Experience performing security operations functions in cloud environments (Azure, GCP)
  • Familiarity with common security controls in the enterprise (Firewall, Proxy, AV, SIEM, etc.)
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of security issues, techniques, and implications across multiple computer platforms.
  • CISSP, CISM or equivalent
  • Access Controls
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Developed and maintained scalable applications using Python, adhering to enterprise coding standards and security guidelines.
  • Automated deployment pipelines and container orchestration leveraging Kubernetes, ensuring efficient application scalability and reliability.
  • Implemented microservices architecture with Python, deploying services to Kubernetes clusters for improved resource utilization and fault tolerance.
  • Designed, tested, and optimized Python scripts for data processing and workflow automation within cloud-native environments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to manage Kubernetes resources, conduct performance tuning, and support continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) initiatives.

Benefits & conditions

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$117,600 - $161,700 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

About the company

About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.

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