Director – Security Risk

Centene Corporation

. Own and continuously develop the Security Risk Strategic Roadmap .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $134,600 - $249,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing a Security Risk Strategic Roadmap, with a strong focus on team leadership, strategic planning, and enhancing security posture. Proven ability to translate complex technology risks into actionable insights for executive leadership in highly regulated environments.

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Security Risk Strategic Roadmap DevelopmentTeam Leadership and Performance ManagementCybersecurity and GRC ExpertiseRisk Management Certification (CISSP, CISM)Regulatory Compliance Experience

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Hard Skills

Security Risk StrategyCyber Risk Quantification (CRQ)Third-Party Risk ManagementStrategic PlanningPerformance Management

Soft Skills

Executive PresencePresentation SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCISSP-ISSAPCISSP-ISSMP

Industry Keywords

Information SecurityHealthcare ComplianceRegulatory StandardsSecurity ArchitectureThreat Landscape

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and continuously develop the Security Risk Strategic Roadmap
Translate strategic initiatives into tactical efforts and projects
Partner across teams and departments to socialize roadmap goals and initiative objectives
Develop and lead a high-performing Security Risk Strategy team
Provide strategic thought leadership and guidance to senior security and executive leaders
Direct and oversee security risk strategy teams, including hiring, onboarding, training, task allocation, goal setting, performance management and career development
Direct the ongoing strategic planning lifecycle and communicate the Security Risk Strategic Roadmap
Improve security risk strategy processes, methods and alignment with business segments and security capabilities
Facilitate the bi-annual review of the Security Risk Strategic Roadmap with senior security leadership
Partner with business units to incorporate business requirements into strategic plans based on the threat landscape
Provide advisory services to BISOs, Compliance Officers and senior leaders
Develop and communicate a long-term vision and strategic plan to improve the company's security posture and mitigate enterprise risk
Meet with auditors and regulators to demonstrate Centene's security strategy processes and capabilities
Help define and influence industry trends and regulations
Comply with all policies and standards and perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science or other related field or equivalent experience required
Master’s degree preferred
8+ years of experience with security capabilities, technologies and architecture
5+ years of experience leading teams
CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSMP, CISSP, CISM or related advanced Risk or Security certification required
Strong technical cybersecurity and GRC background, with experience partnering with architects and technical teams
Enterprise experience with third-party risk management and Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ)
Ability to translate complex technology risk into clear, actionable insights for executive leadership
Exceptional executive presence, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills
Experience in large, highly regulated organizations, preferably healthcare
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401K plan
Stock purchase plans
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off plus holidays
Flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules
Additional forms of incentives may be included in total compensation