Senior Cyber Recovery Architect

Senior Cyber Recovery Architect

Locations: This role requires associates to be in-office 1-2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office

Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

PLEASE NOTE: This position is not eligible for current or future VISA sponsorship.

The Senior Cyber Recovery Architect is a member of the Cyber Recovery Operations team that manages and operates the Elevance Health Cyber Recovery Environment. The Cyber Recovery Environment consists of hardware and software platforms that will be used to recover the most critical business functions in the event of a malware or ransomware attack. This role will provide ongoing cyber recovery operations support as a Cyber Recovery Architect and subject matter expert (SME). You will solve problems, perform analysis, research, and test functions for systems and networks.

How you will make an Impact:

• Provides second level engineering design functions.

• Develops complex solutions from business requirements and architectural specifications.

• Creates presentations and seeks IT management's approval and acceptance of significant replacements or reconfigurations of major business systems serving a business unit or location.

• Directs the construction of architecture components (e.g., data architecture, application architecture, technical architecture).

• Consults with application leaders to verify applications/technology conform to architecture standards.

• Sets vendor strategy and direction; oversees adherence.

• Designs and engineers comprehensive technical solutions based on business requirements and defined technology standards; works with architecture to update technology direction and strategy.

• Researches relevant trends and activities in healthcare, business, competition and regulatory environments; recommends strategy adjustments.

• Serves as technical merger and acquisition lead as needed.

• Set and execute Cyber Recovery platform strategy, including objectives, plans, and policies to develop and deliver innovative solutions and systems in support of enterprise Cyber Recovery goals.

• Coordinate with decision makers and other SMEs to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective Cyber Recovery technology solutions.

• Drive decisions that have an impact on quality, availability, and effectiveness of Cyber Recovery solutions.

• Support the development of Cyber Recovery standards and operational procedures.

• Develop Cyber Recovery guides.

• Provide governance and oversight of the cyber vaults and isolated recovery environments.

• Initiate and implement continuous improvements in the Cyber Recovery environment, including automation of complex tasks and delivery of cyber recovery-related services.

• Be a Cyber Recovery thought leader within Elevance Health and partner with others in the organization to deepen relationships and set and manage expectations associated with Cyber Recovery capabilities.

• Support both internal and external audit and compliance efforts.

Minimum Requirements:

Requires an BA/BS degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field of study and a minimum of 8 years experience in information systems, computer networking, telecommunications, systems development and management; significant experience with multiple technical and business disciplines required; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred Skills, Experiences and Competencies:

• Understanding of network architecture, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and protocols.

• Broad IT Infrastructure knowledge to include Servers, Virtualization, Storage, Load Balancers, etc.

• Knowledge of encryption methods and how to apply them effectively.

• Familiarity with security assessment tools, anti-virus, DLP, SIEM systems, and EDR platforms.

• Experience with securing cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

• Knowledge of Windows, Linux, and Unix security features and configurations.

• Experience in Risk Assessment and Threat Modeling

• Background and skill in designing secure infrastructure and system architecture.

• Familiarity with compliance standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and ISO 27001.

• Strong ability to articulate complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to work effectively across various teams and departments.

• CISSP, CISM, TOGAF or other related certifications a plus.

Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.