Cloud Data Security Engineer

About this role

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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Cloud Data Security Engineer will lead the deployment, integration, and operationalization of the Cloud Data Security Posture Management Platform across our partner Cloud Service Providers. The Cloud Data Security Engineer will have very solid interpersonal skills, be a self-starter, and have a desire to maintain enterprise-wide visibility to initiatives related to cloud-based technologies and services. The Cloud Data Security Engineer is an individual contributor role with deep expertise in Cloud Security and Cloud Engineering best practices.

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute\* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Participate in the deployment and integration of the DSPM and DLP tools in a Cloud environment
• Design, implement and manage security controls to safeguard cloud infrastructure and data
• Conduct security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with federal regulations and standards (e.g. FedRAMP, NIST)
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to identify security requirements and develop solutions
• Develop and maintain security documentation including policies and procedures
• Stay current with emerging security threats and technologies, providing recommendations for continuous improvement
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior security engineers and other team members

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