Is the Cybersecurity Analyst position at UnitedHealth Group fully remote?

Yes, this Cybersecurity Analyst position at UnitedHealth Group is a remote position. The role is available for candidates in United States.

Is this a full-time or part-time Cybersecurity Analyst role?

This is a full-time Cybersecurity Analyst position at UnitedHealth Group.

What benefits does UnitedHealth Group offer for this position?

UnitedHealth Group offers the following benefits: Equity.

What is the salary range for the Cybersecurity Analyst position?

The salary range for this Cybersecurity Analyst role is $72.8k - $130k.

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Cybersecurity Analyst at UnitedHealth Group

United States

$72.8k - $130k

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 <span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-user-drag:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:none !important;orphans:2;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;user-select:text;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" data-contrast="auto" xml:lang="EN-US">Caring. Connecting. Growing together.<span class="eop" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:transparent;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;-webkit-user-drag:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;line-height:115%25;mso-color-alt:windowtext;orphans:2;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;user-select:text;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"> You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.Primary Responsibilities:<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Lead onboarding logs from newly acquired entities into Splunk, including:<ul type="circle"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 1.0in;">Log source identification and prioritization</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 1.0in;">Data ingestion architecture design</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 1.0in;">Field extraction, parsing, and normalization</li></ul></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Partner with acquisition teams, IT, and security stakeholders to ensure timely and complete visibility</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Develop repeatable onboarding playbooks and integration frameworks for rapid scaling</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Ensure alignment with enterprise security use cases, compliance requirements, and detection strategies</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement </li></ul>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:<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">High School Diploma/GED</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">2+ years of experience in security engineering, SIEM, or data platform engineering</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">1+ years of experience with Splunk Enterprise and/or Splunk Cloud</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">1+ years of experience with onboarding logs across:<ul type="circle"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 1.0in;">Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 1.0in;">Network/security devices</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 1.0in;">Endpoints, SaaS, and custom applications</li></ul></li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Experience managing and scaling Splunk infrastructure</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Expertise in:<ul type="circle"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 1.0in;">Data ingestion (UF/HF, APIs, syslog, cloud-native integrations)</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 1.0in;">Parsing, CIM normalization, and knowledge objects</li></ul></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar)</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Experience supporting M&A / acquisition integrations is highly preferred</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Experience with Security Operations (SOC) and detection engineering</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Familiarity with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list .5in;">Knowledge of SOAR platforms and automation</li></ul>*All Telecommuters 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 salary for this role will range from $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.     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.    #RPO #GREEN

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Cybersecurity Analyst

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Cybersecurity Analyst

UnitedHealth Group

Full Time

$72.8k - $130k

2 months ago

United States

Data

Mid

Splunk Enterprise

SIEM

Security Engineering

+5 more

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.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

Lead onboarding logs from newly acquired entities into Splunk, including:
- Log source identification and prioritization
- Data ingestion architecture design
- Field extraction, parsing, and normalization
Partner with acquisition teams, IT, and security stakeholders to ensure timely and complete visibility
Develop repeatable onboarding playbooks and integration frameworks for rapid scaling
Ensure alignment with enterprise security use cases, compliance requirements, and detection strategies
Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement

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:

High School Diploma/GED
2+ years of experience in security engineering, SIEM, or data platform engineering
1+ years of experience with Splunk Enterprise and/or Splunk Cloud
1+ years of experience with onboarding logs across:
- Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Network/security devices
- Endpoints, SaaS, and custom applications

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience managing and scaling Splunk infrastructure
Expertise in:
- Data ingestion (UF/HF, APIs, syslog, cloud-native integrations)
- Parsing, CIM normalization, and knowledge objects
Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar)
Experience supporting M&A / acquisition integrations is highly preferred
Experience with Security Operations (SOC) and detection engineering
Familiarity with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK
Knowledge of SOAR platforms and automation

*All Telecommuters 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 salary for this role will range from $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

#RPO #GREEN

Benefits

Equity

Skills

Splunk Enterprise

SIEM

Security Engineering

Data Ingestion

AWS

Azure

Splunk Cloud

Log Normalization

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