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Principal Information Security Engineer - Optum
Security Engineer
Lead enterprise‑wide security initiatives, architect robust AWS‑based defenses, and drive incident response and risk management for a global health technology organization.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud architectures on AWS, ensuring compliance with industry standards and internal policies.
- Lead incident response efforts, conduct root‑cause analysis, and develop remediation plans to mitigate future threats.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to embed security best practices into product development lifecycles.
- Develop and enforce security policies, risk assessments, and compliance frameworks across the organization.
- Mentor and coach security engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in information security, with a focus on cloud security and architecture.
- Deep expertise in AWS security services (IAM, KMS, GuardDuty, Security Hub, etc.) and related tooling.
- Proven track record in incident response, threat hunting, and vulnerability management.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements (HIPAA, GDPR, SOC 2, etc.) and risk management frameworks.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.