The Senior Security Architect serves as a trusted cybersecurity advisor responsible for enabling secure business growth through scalable security architecture, risk-informed decision making, and innovative security solutions. The role supports enterprise and subsidiary initiatives by leveraging automation, AI, and modern security practices to strengthen security posture and operational resilience.
The Senior Security Architect plans, designs, implements, and continuously enhances security solutions by evaluating business strategies, technology initiatives, and organizational growth objectives. The role develops security requirements and architectures across infrastructure, cloud, applications, third-party services, and emerging technologies while ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. As a trusted advisor to business and technology leaders, the Senior Security Architect supports subsidiary-specific security architecture, governance, risk management, application security, acquisition integration, and compliance efforts while leveraging automation and AI-enabled capabilities to improve operational efficiency, strengthen security controls, and reduce organizational risk. The role influences departmental strategy, makes decisions on moderately complex to complex technical and business issues, and exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives, approaches, and scalable solutions that support the continued growth and integration of existing and newly acquired organizations.
Use your skills to make an impact Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 1+ years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise security solutions across cloud, infrastructure, application, and third-party environments.
- Experience designing, implementing, and supporting security solutions within AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
- Experience integrating cybersecurity technologies with existing enterprise platforms and business processes.
- Experience conducting security architecture reviews, risk assessments, and security control evaluations for applications, technologies, and business initiatives.
- Experience supporting governance, risk management, compliance, vulnerability management, or application security programs.
- Experience collaborating with business and technology stakeholders to align security requirements with organizational objectives.
- Experience leveraging automation, AI-enabled capabilities, and process optimization to improve security operations and organizational efficiency.
- Strong knowledge and practical application of cybersecurity frameworks, including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence technical and business decision-making.
- Passion for contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, or technology integration activities.
- Experience within healthcare, regulated industries, or environments subject to HIPAA, PCI, or similar regulatory requirements.
- Experience with cloud security architectures, SaaS security, security automation, and AI-assisted security solutions.
- Prior experience with AI-enabled security solutions and security automation.
- Experience partnering with multiple business entities, subsidiaries, or geographically dispersed organizations.
Additional Information- Serves as a trusted cybersecurity advisor for supported Primary Care Organization (PCO) subsidiaries and affiliated entities.
- Provides security architecture support for business growth initiatives, technology modernization efforts, and acquisition integration activities.
- Partners with business and technology leaders to develop scalable security solutions that balance risk management, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and business enablement.
- Leverages automation and AI-enabled capabilities to enhance cybersecurity effectiveness, improve productivity, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives, priorities, and technical approaches while influencing cybersecurity strategy across multiple organizations and stakeholders.
Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours40
Pay RangeThe compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$117,600 - $161,700 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of BenefitsHumana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
