About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

The Impact You Will Have

This position plans and directs, as well as provides analytical and operational support for complex internal audit projects, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) test work, and the Service Organization Control (SOC) report for the organization. The Internal Audit IT Senior will work closely with Internal Audit management to design and execute audit projects over business processes and controls, as well as IT processes, general controls and supporting technologies of the Company. This position has significant project and reporting responsibilities. The Internal Audit IT Senior coordinates several audit projects simultaneously to drive successful delivery within scope, schedule, and quality commitments. This position will report to the Internal Audit IT Manager.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead complex IT and business audit projects, ICOFR and SOC test work, and other special projects.
• Identify and analyze operational and internal control issues and risks and escalate both concerns and potential solutions appropriately.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management and the Audit Committee concerning relevant issues and recommendations in a concise and effective manner.
• Network with business and IT leadership as a resource on audit and internal control issues with enterprise impact.
• Assist the Internal Audit IT Manager in enhancing the IT general control framework and the data analytics framework to further provide value to management.
• Support internal and external audit efforts with NAIC regulations, statutory reporting requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain appropriate project documentation, review audit work papers, as well as supervise and provide meaningful feedback to audit staff.
• Respectfully and collaboratively challenge business areas to embrace strong operational and internal control practices by establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with business areas.
• Leverage organizational knowledge and business acumen to develop effective virtual teams, leading through influence and partnering with business owners to successfully complete projects.
• Research and stay current on emerging business, technology and audit regulations/issues/topics within the health care industry to continuously improve Company and department practices.
• Collaborate with the Internal Audit management to design and implement practices, processes, and tools that further the departments vision and objectives.
• Lead special projects as requested by management and the Audit Committee.
• Provide recommendations to management that improve the effectiveness of operations.

Required Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of related professional experience. All relevant experience including work, education, transferable skills, and military experience will be considered.
• Possess or able to obtain certification within 18 months in one of the following; Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional, CISSP), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or related designation.
• 4 years of audit experience, preferably with a large health plan.
• 3 years of experience auditing IT processes, systems and general controls.
• 1 year of experience providing guidance to staff internal auditors.
• Experience with auditing in conformance of Sarbanes Oxley or Model Audit Rule, SOC standards, as well as IT and security control frameworks.
• Ability to guide, direct and influence teams.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative leadership style.
• Strong project management skills.
• Creative problem-solving skills, adapting approach as needed.
• Proven ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Excellent relationship building and communication skills, including strong written and presentation skills, and demonstrated communication experience with diverse audiences and senior leadership.
• Ability to work independently with excellent attention to detail.
• High school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong knowledge of the health care and insurance industry, as well as internal audit standards.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of information technology operations that includes multi-platform technologies, related infrastructures and support processes such as logical and physical security, SDLC methodologies, change management, release management, configuration management, incident/problem management, disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of IT process and control frameworks and regulations (e.g. COBIT, NIST, HITRUST, CSF, HIPAA, PCI, etc.).
• Experience working with or auditing SAP environments.
• Proficient in the use of data analytics tools (e .g . ACL, IDEA) and strong Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio skills.

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $88,600.00 - $117,400.00 - $146,200.00 Annual

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

Role Designation

Hybrid

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days each week – most teams designate at least one anchor day to ensure team interaction. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: talent.acquisition@bluecrossmn.com.

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