Security Analyst III (US)

Security Analyst III Location: Ashburn, VA Hybrid 1: 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 accommodation is granted as required by law.  PLEASE NOTE: This position is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship. The Security Analyst III is responsible for providing enterprise security solutions for business, regulatory, and legal requirements, and assuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets. How you will make an impact : Participates and completes tasks associated with the implementations for systems and network security technologies; executes testing plans; coordinates and prepares reporting of data security events and incidents; provides system and network architecture support; provides technical support to business and technology associates. Provides trouble resolution on complex issues. Performs system and network upgrade tasks. Designs and analyzes vendor services and information security requirements; maintains relationship with key vendors. Participates and completes lights-on initiatives to consolidate equipment and/or implement business relocations. Performs complex configuration changes to meet business and information security requirements. Performs capacity analysis; recommends and implements capacity increases. Responds to Level 3 and 4 change and problem requests; leads Level 1 and 2 incident recoveries and root cause analysis. Minimum Qualifications : Requires an BA/BS degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field of study and a minimum of 3 years of experience in a support and operations or design and engineering role; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences : Technical security certifications (e.g. Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Systems Security Certified Practitioner) strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of applicable practices relating to data security/privacy protection preferred. Understanding of information assurance security requirements, vulnerabilities, protection features is preferred. Strong knowledge of vulnerability management tools, cloud security,  scanning tools is preferred Knowledge of information security standards, rules and regulations related to information security and data confidentiality and desktop, server, application, database, network security principles for risk identification and analysis. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including use of Microsoft Excel, the ability to communicate effectively with the IT organization, project and application development teams, management and business personnel is preferred. In-depth knowledge and understanding of information risk concepts and principles as a means of relating business needs to security controls preferred. An excellent understanding of information security concepts, protocols, industry best practices and strategies is preferred. For candidates working in person or virtually in the below locations, the salary* range for this specific position is $83,760 to $144,486        Location(s):  Virginia     In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock