Director, Information Security

Job Description

Your Role

The Information Security team is responsible for providing cyber security services to Blue Shield of California that enable secure product development and operations. The Director of Information Security will report to the Sr. Director . In this role you will you will lead a team responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security capabilities that protect our organization's assets and data. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that security measures are seamlessly integrated into our technology platform, enabling us to effectively identify, prevent, and respond to security threats.

Your Work

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive security platform strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives
• Direct security managers, engineers and architects, providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for security capabilities and technologies
• Collaborate with software development teams to integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle
• Conduct regular assessments of assets and configurations to identify vulnerabilities and recommend enhancements or remediation measures
• Drive the material increased use of automation and orchestration to remove manual work and improve productivity, quality, and speed of delivery for security capabilities
• Stay abreast of emerging security threats, trends, and technologies to ensure that our security platform remains effective and up-to-date
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external partners, and regulatory bodies to address security requirements and compliance obligations
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness of security platform operations and utilization
• Measure and present key security metrics, findings, and recommendations to executive leadership and other relevant stakeholder
• Consult with all levels including senior management, make recommendations, and influence decision-making
  
  

Qualifications

Your Knowledge and Experience

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Requires at least 10 years of prior relevant experience, including 6 years of management
• Solid knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices and the ability to blend them together in the right proportions
• Sufficient level of technical background to provide highly-credible leadership to security, risk, and operations teams and to be able to accurately and objectively evaluate complex risks and issues
• Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and managing security solutions in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Familiarity with cloud security best practices, tools, and technologies, and the ability to effectively secure cloud-based assets and data.
• Hands-on experience with security tools and platforms such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, firewalls, and application security.
• Adaptability and flexibility to navigate the changing landscape of cybersecurity threats and technologies.
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with an ability to manage competing demands, budget, timelines, and resources effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Creative approach to problem-solving with the ability to focus on details while maintaining the “big picture” view
  
  

Pay Range:

The pay range for this role is: $ 172260.00 to $ 258280.00 for California.

Notes:

Please note that this range represents the pay range for this and many other positions at Blue Shield that fall into this pay grade. Blue Shield salaries are based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, location (California, Bay area, or outside California), and current employee salaries for similar roles.

About The Team

Blue Shield of California’s mission is to ensure all Californians have access to high-quality health care at a sustainably affordable price. We are transforming health care in a way that genuinely serves our nonprofit mission by lowering costs, improving quality, and enhancing the member and physician experience.

To fulfill our mission, we must ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and fully contribute to meet the needs of the multifaceted communities we serve. Our continued commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion upholds our values and advances our goal of creating a healthcare system that is worthy of our family and friends while addressing health disparities, promoting social justice, and integrating health equity through our products, business practices, and presence as a corporate citizen.

Blue Shield has received awards and recognition for being a certified Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work, Military Friendly Employer, People Companies that Care, a Leading Disability Employer, and one of California’s top companies in volunteering and giving. Here at Blue Shield, we strive to make a positive change across our industry and communities – join us!

Our Values:

• Honest. We hold ourselves to the highest ethical and integrity standards. We build trust by doing what we say we're going to do and by acknowledging and correcting where we fall short.
• Human. We strive to be our authentic selves, listening and communicating effectively, and showing empathy towards others by walking in their shoes.
• Courageous. We stand up for what we believe in and are committed to the hard work necessary to achieve our ambitious goals.
  
  

Our Workplace Model:

Blue Shield of California is dedicated to making work-life balance a reality. Whether you prefer to work in an office or from home, we understand flexibility is more important than ever. That’s why Blue Shield is a hybrid company, offering you the opportunity to decide where you can do your best and most meaningful work.

Two ways of working: Hybrid (our default) and office

• Hybrid – In a business unit approved office a few times per year to 3 days per week, on average
• Office – In a business unit approved office 4+ days a week, on average. If the role you’re applying for is deemed an “Essential Role,” the company has determined that the role can only be performed in a Blue Shield office or in the field and would require your to meet the office worker classification.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment. Due to the current public health emergency in California, Blue Shield employees are almost all working remotely. Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork - Activity level: Sedentary, frequency most of work day.

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classification protected by Federal, State and local laws.