Director, Security Risk

Position Purpose: Responsible for the ongoing development of the Security Risk Strategic Roadmap and translation of strategic initiatives into tactical efforts / projects. Responsible for partnering across teams and departments to socialize the goals of the roadmap and objectives of the initiatives. Responsible for the overall development and performance of the Security Risk Strategy team. Provides strategic thought leadership and guidance to senior security and executive leaders.

Key Details: Help shape the future of security risk at Centene. In this strategic leadership role, you’ll own the Security Risk Strategic Roadmap, develop a high-performing team, and collaborate with senior leaders across the enterprise to turn emerging technology and cyber risks into meaningful business strategy. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship and future sponsorship are not available for this opportunity, including employment-based visa types H-1B, L-1, O-1, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, or CPT.

• Directs and oversees one or more security risk strategy teams to ensure alignment with and achievement of defined goals set by leadership, having responsibility for hiring, onboarding, training, task allocation and prioritization, goal setting, performance management and career development
• Directs and oversees the ongoing strategic planning lifecycle, having responsibility for the ongoing development and communication of the Security Risk Strategic Roadmap
• Collaborates with team members, peers and senior leadership to identify improvements to the security risk strategy team's processes, approach, methods and alignments to business segments and security capabilities in order to meet the evolving needs of the Centene enterprise
• Facilitates the bi-annual review of the Security Risk Strategic Roadmap with senior security leadership
• Partners with business units across the enterprise to drive business requirements into strategic plans based on an evaluation of the threat landscape of where the business is heading
• Utilizes industry and security domain expertise to provide advisory services for various constituents across the enterprise, including the Business Information Security Officers (BISOs), Compliance Officers and senior leaders
• Collaborates with leadership and team members to develop and communicate a long-term vision and strategic plan to improve the company's security posture and mitigate risk across the enterprise
• Meets with auditors and regulators to clearly demonstrate Centene's security strategy processes and capabilities
• Helps define and influence industry trends and/or regulations as directed by company officials
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science or other related field or equivalent experience required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience with security capabilities, technologies and architecture; 5+ years of experience leading teams.

License/Certification

• CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSMP, CISSP, CISM or related advanced Risk or Security certification required.

Preferred Skills

• Strong technical cybersecurity and GRC background, with experience partnering with architects and technical teams.
• Enterprise experience with third-party risk management and Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ).
• Ability to translate complex technology risk into clear, actionable insights for executive leadership.
• Exceptional executive presence, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in large, highly regulated organizations, preferably healthcare.

Pay Range: $134,600.00 - $249,000.00 per year

At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.

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