Prin Cybersecurity Analyst - Technical Program Manager - Remote

Job ID: 99362069536Posted: 2026-10-15Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United StatesSalary: $112,700 - $193,200/yearJob Area: TechnologyCompany: UnitedHealth GroupOptum 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.The Enterprise Information Security (EIS) team is responsible for cybersecurity across our organization. We support our business and members by reducing risk, rapidly responding to threats, focusing on business resiliency and securing new acquisitions.Position SummaryThe M&A Cybersecurity Due Diligence team within Optum Technology is dedicated to evaluating and mitigating cybersecurity risk across all mergers, acquisitions, and enterprise integration efforts. Our goal is to enable informed strategic acquisition decisions while protecting enterprise infrastructure, data, and the broader healthcare ecosystem. In this role, you will serve as a strategic leader driving complex, cross-functional due diligence initiatives, partnering closely with cybersecurity architects, engineers, legal counsel, and business leaders to translate technical security insights into clear, executive-ready risk recommendations.You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.Primary Responsibilities:Drive complex, cross-functional cybersecurity due diligence programs from initiation through completion across the M&A lifecyclePartner closely with cybersecurity architects, engineers, legal, infrastructure, enterprise technology, and business leaders to coordinate assessment activities and align risk findingsTranslate highly technical cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and infrastructure concepts into concise, executive-level communications and decision frameworksDevelop executive reporting, dashboards, key performance indicators (KPIs), milestones, and status communications to provide clear visibility into M&A cybersecurity risksFacilitate technical decision-making and risk governance across diverse stakeholder groups to enable informed acquisition and integration decisionsEstablish repeatable processes, frameworks, and visual narratives that improve the efficiency, quality, and speed of M&A cybersecurity assessmentsProactively identify strategic risks, dependency conflicts, and operational bottlenecks, establishing structure and clarity in ambiguous environmentsYou'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:7+ years of experience leading large, complex, cross-functional technical programs or cybersecurity initiatives from initiation through completion5+ years of experience managing technical programs involving enterprise IT, cloud technologies, infrastructure, software engineering, or cybersecurity5+ years of experience facilitating technical decision-making and presenting complex technical topics to executive leadership3+ years of experience developing program governance structures, executive reporting, dashboards, KPIs, and status communicationsDemonstrated experience utilizing formal program management methodologies, dependency management, and risk management frameworks in fast-paced environmentsProven advanced presentation design and data visualization skills, including process mapping, infographics, architecture diagrams, and visual storytellingPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent work experience)Professional program management or cybersecurity certifications (e.g., PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, CISSP, Security+, CISM, CCSP)Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, or enterprise integration programsFamiliarity with cybersecurity due diligence processes and acquisition risk assessmentsKnowledge of core cybersecurity domains, including Identity & Access Management, Network Security, Cloud Security, Endpoint Security, Data Protection, Vulnerability Management, and Security OperationsFamiliarity with common cybersecurity and risk frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, SOC 2)*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter PolicyPay 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 $112,700 - $193,200 annually 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.