IT Auditor in Boston, MA

Position Summary: As a valued member of the Audit & Controls team, this position is expected to perform numerous complex IT projects and engagements to assist management in meeting its objectives. This will be accomplished by simultaneously performing multiple traditional IT-related audits, compliance reviews, operational readiness assessment, risk assessments, and special projects while adhering to time lines prescribed by Audit management. This includes working as both an individual contributor as well as supervising staff on all projects phases from planning through field work, reporting and follow-up. Sarbanes Oxley IT general and application control assessments are a key component of this position. In addition, a key requirement of this position is to build relationships and influence appropriate actions across the organization. Detailed job responsibilities include the following: Experience: Position Responsibilities and Requirements: ? Simultaneously lead and/or conduct multiple complex IT assignments in diverse areas of the Company within timelines established by management ? Effectively and efficiently complete project assignments within planned schedules. ? Work as an individual contributor as well as supervise staff on all projects phases from planning through field work, reporting and follow-up. ? Sarbanes Oxley IT general and application control testing and assessment ? Effectively and efficiently participate in and contribute to the execution of numerous Sarbanes Oxley internal control assessments ? Build relationships and influence appropriate action across the organization. ? Work on project teams and committees in proactively identifying, assessing and managing business risks, as well as supporting key corporate initiatives. Providing an independent assessment of risks and mitigating controls. Should be an active participant in project teams and committees. ? Demonstrate significant individual effort and contribution to the resolution and closure of issues and risk areas through documented follow up and monitoring activities. ? Continuously identify opportunities during engagements that will ultimately generate positive change for BCBSMA. ? Comply with division management requirements for weekly time tracking and monthly project status reporting Position Qualifications: (Abilities, Skills and Knowledge) ? Strong and effective interpersonal skills which are demonstrable in written and verbal communications as well as in building and maintenance of business relationships both internal and external ? Proven ability to fulfill many roles on various assignments from contributing team member, independent project auditor, and supervisor of audit staff with minimal daily supervision and direction. ? Ability to support division and corporate goals by providing value add services ? Ability to successfully demonstrate results driven individual who can handle multiple complex assignments, set and adjust priorities, rapidly engage new assignments based on criticality, all in a fast paced and often stressful business environment, and within a timely and professional manner ? Ability to define project objectives, take ownership of delivery of assignments, and effectively communicate with clients and leadership alike ? Ability to anticipate, understand and respond to customer needs throughout all business and IT divisions within the company ? Strong understanding of information technology, IT general and application controls, , experience with identifying mitigating controls and deficiencies in those controls, and practical application of best practices for resolution ? Strong understanding of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) and change management ? Experience in and understanding of the healthcare/health insurance field ? Strong understanding of auditing, risk assessment, and risk management principles and practices ? Strong understanding of operations management ? Understanding and experience in all IT related activities in the completion of Sarbanes Oxley and Type II SAS70s ? Understanding of general accounting principles and practices Education/Relevant Experience: ? Bachelor?s degree in a business discipline or information systems ? 8 - plus years of professional experience, five years with significance systems exposure ? Supervisory experience is a plus ? Insurance and or healthcare background a plus ? MBA and/or professional certifications (CIA, CISA, CISM, etc.) are a plus and willingness to achieve several certifications. ? Experience in system integration, application implementation, database/warehouse management/administration, web infrastructure, data centers are all a plus To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here