Cybersecurity Analyst

Optum Tech is a global leader in health care innovation. Our teams develop cutting-edge solutions that help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. From advanced data analytics and AI to cybersecurity, we use innovative approaches to solve some of health care's most complex challenges. Your contributions here have the potential to change lives. Ready to build the next breakthrough? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As an analyst in Identity Access Operations, you will be responsible for overseeing automated jobs and executing manual processes related to user access management within our organization. You will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure that user access is granted, modified, or revoked in accordance with established policies and procedures.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work with Optum Connect/OITPS Leaders to understand and define the Manual Access Provisioning objectives, commitments, roadmaps specific to each client as well as under managed services (shared teams)

• Review and process access requests from users and departments. Validate the accuracy and completeness of request information
• Ensure compliance with access control policies and procedures. Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals
• Manage access rights and privileges, including role-based access control (RBAC) and attribute-based access control (ABAC)
• Execute manual provisioning tasks using established tools and procedures. Create, modify, or revoke user accounts in various systems. Assign appropriate roles, permissions, and entitlements. Document all provisioning activities
• Conduct regular access reviews to identify and remove unused or unnecessary access rights
• Certify that user access is aligned with current job roles and responsibilities. Implement corrective actions as needed to address access anomalies
• Ensure compliance with internal access control policies and external regulations. Identify and address potential security risks related to access provisioning. Provide guidance and training to users and departments on access management best practices
• Collaborate with IT teams, business units, and security departments to understand their access requirements
• Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders. Provide timely and accurate information on access provisioning activities
• Mentor a team of analysts, providing guidance, support. Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure deadlines are met. Foster a collaborative and productive work environment
• Conduct in-depth data analysis to uncover insights and support decision-making. Utilize advanced analytical techniques and tools to extract meaningful information from large datasets

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in identity and access management, with a focus on manual provisioning
• Solid understanding of Identity Access Management concepts

• Experience with various identity and access management tools and systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in identity and access management or security
• Experience with automated provisioning tools and workflows
• Knowledge and understanding of Epic Security
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to access management (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills

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

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.