Cigna

Network Security Engineering Manager

Posted on: 6 Feb 2021

Eden Prairie, MN

Job Description

As a member of CIGNAs Network Services team you will help build and manage network technologies that will connect CIGNAs employees with its customers, put resources in the hands of the health professionals who need them and help CIGNA play its part in the future of healthcare. Here, you will drive positive change from within a $20 billion health insurance and related benefits leader. The work you will do directing and leading the design and operations of technology solutions, preparing budgets, delivering strategic business plans, and reducing cost will translate directly into improved operational costs for the organization. Supported by the resources you need to make informed and accurate business decisions, you will be empowered to maximize your performance and that of the organization.

The Manager for Network Security will be responsible for engineering, architecture, planning, implementation and monitoring of CIGNAs network security in order to safeguard CIGNA network assets and information, and to comply with applicable laws and regulations. Other responsibilities include leading tactical improvements by designing and building short and long term detailed plans, roadmaps and standards to ensure data center capabilities and security meet current and future requirements. The position will direct teams in maintaining CIGNAs infrastructure and processes, and provide guidance over all security aspects of data network implementation. The office will also coordinate closely with the Security Architect in the design and implementation of security architecture and processes.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Provide technical leadership and vision around network security monitoring, implementation and processes with balance of scalability, stability, cost, robustness and flexibility
* Evaluate new network initiatives and technologies for potential security impacts, and develop remediation and mitigation strategies
* Build and direct teams responsible for oversight, delivery and management of CIGNA security-related projects from conception to completion
* Discuss strategy with architecture teams and provide insight with respect to alignment with current/future security strategy (e.g., technologies, shift in risks/needs)
* Conduct periodic vulnerability and security audits, and take necessary actions to plug any security holes.
* Plan proactive measures to avoid potential security incidents
* Ensure all network equipment and devices are kept up to date with the latest patches and security fixes.
* Keep abreast with industry alerts and technology trends and best practices related to security
* Lead reporting and remediation efforts surrounding audit compliance
* Lead implementation and testing of security-related changes to the hardware and software operation environment
* Present and communicate regular updates to the senior leadership team

QUALIFICATIONS (Preferred)

Formal Education & Certification

* Four-year university degree or college diploma in a technical field such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Information Systems preferred
* CCSP (Cisco Certified Security Professional) certification
* CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert) or JNCIE (Juniper Networks Certified Internetworking Expert) certification
* ITIL certification or similar experience in a delivery or service design role
* CISSP (Certified Information System Security Professional)

Knowledge & Experience

* Several years of experience in data network engineering and/or management, including extensive management and organization of high-performing teams
* Several years of experience with IT or network security
* Extensive experience in the IT industry
* OSI Layer 1-3 experience
* Experience with federal and state healthcare information regulations and requirements (e.g. HIPAA)
* Advanced knowledge of security protocols and implementations including IPSec, NAT, ACLs
* Working knowledge of firewall technology (Cisco, Checkpoint, Fortinet, Palo Alto, etc.)
* Working knowledge of Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
* Knowledge and/or experience with on premise, carrier, or cloud based DDoS technologies
* Application Firewall experience a plus, F5 ASM/AWAF
* Working knowledge of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), and Security Information and Event Managers (SIEMs)
* Implementation experience or deep understanding of network (WAN, LAN and data centers) security, its components and risks/issues in this area
* Ability to lead large, complex network initiatives in a matrixed organization
* Experience leading a technical team through a comprehensive technology conversion over an accelerated delivery schedule
* Skilled in examining and re-engineering workflows, operations, and procedures
* Demonstrated strategic thinking around network security services with quantifiable improvements from previous engagements
* Ability to drive results (focused execution, technical expertise)
* Exhibit strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
* Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
* Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage the operations and several highly visible corporate initiatives

This position is not eligible to be performed in Colorado.

About Cigna

Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) is a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we serve. We offer an integrated suite of health services through Cigna, Express Scripts, and our affiliates including medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits, and other related products. Together, with our 74,000 employees worldwide, we aspire to transform health services, making them more affordable and accessible to millions. Through our unmatched expertise, bold action, fresh ideas and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care, we are a force of health services innovation.

When you work with Cigna, youll enjoy meaningful career experiences that enrich peoples lives while working together to make the world a healthier place. What difference will you make? To see our culture in action, search TeamCigna on Instagram.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

Cigna

Bloomfield, CT

Cigna Corporation, a health service organization, provides insurance and related products and services in the United States and internationally. It operates through Integrated Medical, Health Services, International Markets, and Group Disability and Other segments. The Integrated Medical segment offers medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health and vision, health advocacy programs, and other products and services to insured and self-insured clients; Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, and Medicare Part D plans to Medicare-eligible beneficiaries, as well as Medicaid plans; and health insurance coverage to individual customers on and off the public exchanges.

The Health Services segment provides clinical solutions, specialized pharmacy care, home delivery pharmacy, retail network pharmacy administration, benefit design consultation, drug utilization review, drug formulary management drug claim adjudication, digital consumer health and drug information, provider, and medical benefit management services. The International Markets segment offers supplemental health, life and accident insurance products, and health care coverage, as well as health care benefits to mobile employees of multinational organizations.

This segment offers health coverage, hospitalization, dental, critical illness, personal accident, term life, and variable universal life products. The Group Disability and Other segment provides group long-term and short-term disability, group life, accident, and voluntary and specialty insurance products and related services; and permanent insurance contracts to corporations to provide coverage on the lives of certain employees for the purpose of financing employer-paid future benefit obligations. The company distributes its products and services through insurance brokers and insurance consultants; and directly to employers, unions and other groups, or individuals. Cigna Corporation was founded in 1792 and is headquartered in Bloomfield, Connecticut.