Data Security Engineer

About Us

Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience in the United States (U.S.) across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. We serve more than 750 payers, including the top five national health plans, regional health plans, TPAs and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts – driving real, measurable results for clients.

Why We Do What We Do

In the U.S., consumers, payers, and providers face significant challenges throughout the healthcare financial journey. Zelis helps streamline the process by offering solutions that improve transparency, efficiency, and communication among all parties involved. By addressing the obstacles that patients face in accessing care, navigating the intricacies of insurance claims, and the logistical challenges healthcare providers encounter with processing payments, Zelis aims to create a more seamless and effective healthcare financial system.

Zelis India plays a crucial role in this mission by supporting various initiatives that enhance the healthcare financial experience. The local team contributes to the development and implementation of innovative solutions, ensuring that technology and processes are optimized for efficiency and effectiveness. Beyond operational expertise, Zelis India cultivates a collaborative work culture, leadership development, and global exposure, creating a dynamic environment for professional growth. With hybrid work flexibility, comprehensive healthcare benefits, financial wellness programs, and cultural celebrations, we foster a holistic workplace experience. Additionally, the team plays a vital role in maintaining high standards of service delivery and contributes to Zelis’ award-winning culture.

Position Overview

Zelis is seeking a Data Security Engineer to join our Cybersecurity Engineering team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for protecting our digital assets and sensitive data by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security controls. You’ll collaborate with IT, DevOps, and data teams to integrate data protection practices, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. This role demands strong cybersecurity expertise, hands-on experience with data security technologies, and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risk.

Position Summary

Zelis is seeking a Data Security Engineer to join our Cybersecurity Engineering team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for protecting our digital assets and sensitive data by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security controls. You’ll collaborate with IT, DevOps, and data teams to integrate data protection practices, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. This role demands strong cybersecurity expertise, hands-on experience with data security technologies, and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead investigations and response efforts for data-related security incidents
• Design and enforce protections for data at rest, in transit, and in use—across on-prem and cloud environments
• Manage and optimize key security technologies including DSPM, DLP, and Email Encryption tools
• Automate security processes to increase efficiency and minimize manual errors
• Collaborate cross-functionally to embed security into workflows and development pipelines
• Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of security controls, policies, and incident reports
• Provide ongoing reporting and metrics to leadership regarding data security posture and improvements

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Experience: 3–5 years in data security, information security, or a related role
• Technical Skills:
• Hands-on experience with DSPM tools (e.g., Securiti.ai, Varonis, SentinelOne, Microsoft Purview)
• Strong understanding of data lifecycle management and data protection principles
• Proficiency with DLP, encryption, and data classification technologies
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Familiarity with tools such as Halcyon, Securiti.ai, and SentinelOne
• Strong documentation and policy writing skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders