Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

 

This position is responsible for managing all internal audit and risk management consulting activity within designated specialty areas for the company. Responsible for leading the performance of the financial, business process and information systems audits and special projects to assess the existence, effectiveness and efficiency of the business controls, financial information, and compliance with laws and regulations.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide staff with professional and technical expertise and guidance to ensure that audit objectives and scope are satisfied. This includes assisting staff members and audit contractors in the development and negotiation of audit recommendations and responses, evaluating the performance of the audit team, and providing guidance regarding department and company policies and proceduresCreate, review, and approve pertinent audit workpapers and communications of audit results. Workpapers should comply with department and IIA standards for content and qualityPerform internal audits including audit planning, detailing control procedures and related testing and reporting in accordance with professional and departmental standards - including financial (Sarbanes-Oxley testing) and operational projectsParticipate in pertinent risk assessment processes led by the Audit Management Team to ensure that audit plans cover higher risk areas. For all audit projects for the assigned business area(s), develop/approve the project risk assessment, audit objectives, scope and audit programLead/Participate in special projects undertaken by the department and/or the CompanyEnsure IAAS resources are effectively scheduled and deployed across audit engagementsComply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regard to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so

 

This job description is intended to describe the general responsibilities and type of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  The Primary Responsibilities above are the typical functions of the job and are not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties.  Personnel in this position should be aware that the responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in this job description and various other duties may be assigned as needed.

 

Value Based Competencies:

Integrity Value: Act EthicallyCompassion Value: Focus on CustomersRelationships Value: Communicate EffectivelyInnovation value: Support Change and InnovationPerformance Value: Make Fact-Based DecisionsPerformance Value: Deliver Quality Results

Required Qualifications:

Education/ExperienceBachelor of Technology (Computer Sciences, Electronics, or related discipline) orMaster's degree in computer applications, information security, finance, or technology8+ years of relevant experience including information technology (internal) audit, IT General Computing Controls, IT Risk Assessment, Information Security or Information Systems audit; 10+years overall2+ years of supervisory experienceMust have a general understanding of auditing concepts and how to apply themSolid Internal audit and IT-ICFR (GCC) experience - IT-SOX, Hi-Trust etc.

 

Soft Skills/Abilities:

Solid interpersonal skills while working effectively with a teamSolid oral and written communication skillsDesire to make a positive impact with the ability to manage multiple tasks and shift prioritiesSolid Analytical and problem solving ability

 

CLL behaviors:

Self-management, creating high performing teams, facilitating execution plans, Assuring results, Managing team structures

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional Certifications: CISA, CRISC, CISMEducation/Experience:Experience of Hi-Trust, ISO 27001 ISMS auditsExperience with internal controls over financial reporting (e.g. Sarbanes-Oxley, FDICIA, MAR, SOC)Health insurance or related insurance experienceProvider experience

A thorough understanding of risk and internal control concepts and their practical application

 

Data Analytics exposure, data visualization tools like TableauGRC tools - Archer etc.

 

Direct Reports:

Typically, 3-6 direct reports

 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.