Information Security Engineering and Architecture Engineer III
L.A. Care Health Plan9 months ago
Los Angeles, California, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan serving over 2 million members. As an Information Security (InfoSec) Engineering and Architecture (ISEA) Engineer III, you will integrate security into products and solutions from the earliest stages. You will work closely with technical and business teams to design secure architectures, develop robust security plans, and serve as a subject matter expert. Compensation: Salary Range: $121,056.00 (Min.) - $160,400.00 (Mid.) - $199,742.00 (Max.)
Key Responsibilities
- Configure and maintain InfoSec tools to ensure they capture actionable data and operate at supported versions.
- Develop and enforce security plans, architectures, and incident response procedures to protect organizational and member data.
- Collaborate with technical and business teams to design secure solutions from project inception.
- Lead security projects, provide consulting, and mentor staff in security best practices and tool development.
- Research vulnerabilities and risks, and implement advanced technologies and processes to counter potential threats.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Science or Technology, or equivalent education and experience.
- At least 6 years of experience in a senior Information Security role.
- Operational experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), vulnerability management, static application security testing, and securing cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure).
- Strong working knowledge in disciplines such as DevOps, digital forensics, penetration testing, programming (Java preferred), and system/network administration, including familiarity with networking protocols and web service frameworks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience building or reviewing threat models.
- Operational experience in regulated environments such as healthcare, finance, or banking.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI), GIAC Certified Detection Analyst (GCDA), or Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP).
Benefits & Perks
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Retirement Plans
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Wellness Program
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
Required Skills
Vulnerability Management
Security Architecture
Network & Communication Protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, SSL/TLS)
Cloud Security (AWS, Azure)
Threat Modeling
Static Application Security Testing
SIEM Configuration
Digital Forensics
DevOps
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Penetration Testing