Performant Financial

DLP and DSPM Lead

Performant Financial$139K — $176K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required with 12+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 8+ years.
  • Proficiency in AI tools with ability to create intelligent prompts.
  • Demonstrated leadership in designing scalable security architectures.
  • Expertise with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP.
  • Advanced security certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, or CCSP are preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and deploy comprehensive security solutions like zero trust and SIEM integrations.
  • Lead and coordinate penetration testing efforts and remediation strategies.
  • Develop executive dashboards and KPIs reflecting the security posture.
  • Collaborate with IT and DevOps to integrate security into CI/CD processes.
  • Work with cloud and infrastructure teams to ensure secure configurations.
  • Evaluate and onboard new security technologies and vendors.
  • Conduct third-party risk assessments and lead threat modeling sessions.

Benefits

  • 401k plan with employer match.
  • Flexible paid time off and holidays.
  • Parental leave policies.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage.
  • Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Full Job Description
Position Overview
Provides technical leadership for security engineering and operations. Drives strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Do:
  • Architect and deploy enterprise-wide security solutions (e.g., zero trust, SIEM integrations).
  • Lead penetration testing efforts and coordinate remediation plans.
  • Develop dashboards and KPIs for executive reporting on security posture.
  • Partner with IT and DevOps to embed security in CI/CD pipelines.
  • Collaborate with cloud and infrastructure teams to enforce secure configurations.
  • Evaluate and onboard new security technologies and vendors.
  • Manage third-party risk assessments.
  • Lead threat modeling sessions for new applications and services.


What You'll Bring to Zelis:
  • Typically has Bach. +12 yrs; Masters +8 yrs Attends company training and regional training in area of expertise. Presents own work to members of department and external consultants and external professional conferences, Collaborates externally, Hosts external guests, visitors and consultants a
  • Requires proficiency using AI tools skillfully with an understanding of how to develop/create intelligent prompts and/or agents.
  • Proven leadership in designing scalable security architectures.
  • Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevSecOps practices.
  • Advanced certifications (e.g., CISSP, OSCP, CCSP) strongly preferred.


Please note at this time we are unable to proceed with candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Location and Workplace Flexibility

Zelis is headquartered in the U.S., with multiple locations across the country and in Hyderabad, India. Check out our locations to learn more about our offices. All employee work locations are based on the needs of the position and are determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities vary based on work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.

While location expectations vary by role, candidates within approximately 50 miles of a U.S. office are generally preferred to support collaboration when needed. Our hybrid approach is flexible, and in-office presence is guided by team and business needs rather than a fixed weekly schedule.

Base Salary Range
$139,000.00 - $176,700.00

At Zelis we are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation packages. The base salary range allows us to make an offer that considers multiple individualized factors, including experience, education, qualifications, as well as job-related and industry-related knowledge and skills, etc. Base pay is just one part of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonus plans, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role.

Zelis' full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees' health, well-being, and financial protection. The US-based benefits include a 401k plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

About Performant Financial

Performant Financial Corporation is a business services company that provides technology-enabled recovery and related analytics services in the United States. The company primarily offers recovery services to the government and private clients in various markets, such as healthcare, student loans, and general collections. Performant Financial Corporation was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Livermore, California.
Learn more about Performant Financial
Size
1,269 employees
Market Cap
$237.8 million
Industry
Net Income
-$21.5 million
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
-2.5%
Revenue
$159.7 million
NASDAQ

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