United States onlyYou could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, national organization, Centene's technology professionals have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
Position Purpose:
Plans, budgets, and strategizes the implementation of application security measures to ensure that the organization's applications and services are developed according to internal and external security standards. This role oversees the engineering and operation of application security testing (AST) platforms, integrating AST into DevOps workflows, coordinating configuration reviews, evaluating security designs, etc. throughout the secure system development lifecycle (SDLC) and drives automation to streamline security operations. This role also mentors and coaches team members and brings in thought leadership for emerging technologies.
- Leads the implementation and maintenance of application security standards according to Centene requirements and industry best practices.
- Plans, budgets, and monitors expenses for application security implementation and operations.
- Oversees application security tool deployments.
- Periodically shares reporting on application security status to leadership.
- Develops deep understanding in technical domain, researches industry best practices, and advocates on behalf of key stakeholders.
- Collaborates with internal stakeholders (product teams, leadership, etc.) to build the strategy for the implementation of industry best practices for secure development.
- Leads implementation of application security solutions for testing throughout the SDLC.
- Collaborates with the cybersecurity architecture team to develop application security reference architecture.
- Manages the hiring and training of new and existing staff, conducts performance reviews, and provides leadership, technical guidance, and coaching.
- Shares knowledge and develops staff capabilities to strengthen understanding of business issues and best practices.
- Develops and communicates organizational objectives; inspires and motivates team members to achieve results.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Education/Experience:
Requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of related experience.
Or equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope and skill reflective of the level of this position.
Soft Skills:
- Ability to lead/manage others
- Collaboration and team building skills
- Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback
- Instills commitment to organizational goals
- Ability to communicate and make recommendations to upper management
- Effective conflict management skills
- Develops and delivers effective presentations
- Demonstrated negotiation skills
Certifications:
- Associate Level Certification (ex. AWS, Azure, GIAC, Security+ce, etc.) & Management level IT Security certification (ex. CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CASP, etc) preferred
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
