Information Technology (IT)/SOX Internal Auditor - Hybrid

Cigna - Saint Louis, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Saint Louis, MO

5,001-10,000 employees

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Information Technology (IT)/SOX Internal Auditor role at The Cigna Group is a global position focused on leading IT general computing control testing for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and non-SOX environments. The auditor will collaborate with various technology teams to enhance SOX control practices, identify control gaps, and support audit activities. The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in corporate technology support functions and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with audit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Execute key functions of Internal Audit's SOX/SOC oversight program for Evernorth
• Coordinate testing oversight, evidence gathering, deficiency analysis, and additional testing in support of external and internal audit teams
• Collaborate with Financial Compliance team and SOX office to assess scope and facilitate testing coverage
• Meet frequently with control owners to assess compliance with audit requests
• Collaborate with technical teams to interpret control requirements and assess design and operating effectiveness of key controls
• Identify and communicate internal and external security/audit risks through analysis of control evidence
• Assess the effectiveness of IT general controls, including system development, security, backup, disaster recovery, and maintenance controls
• Review and provide feedback on scope changes to systems and infrastructure and integrate them into SOX testing strategy
• Assist internal SOX testing team in execution of annual SOX test program
• Perform and document testing over key IT general controls
• Review and respond to internal and external data requests for regulatory audits
• Assist with engagement planning, fieldwork, and reporting
• Advise management on control implementation, remediation, and process changes, including follow-up on identified gaps
• Develop and deliver risk and control awareness training
• Prepare, review, and deliver documentation and reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Influence senior and line management on risk and control matters
• Manage and review the work of staff performing control assessments, providing feedback and improvement opportunities
• Contribute to process improvements, including establishing continuous monitoring models and staying current on emerging technology trends

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 6+ years of relevant experience
• Strong understanding of controls, risk, and audit methodology over information technology
• Certifications such as CISA, CIA, CISM, or CISSP preferred
• Expertise in executing regulatory compliance audits such as SOX and SOC1
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Innovative enterprise mindset (self-starter, action-oriented, results-driven) and a proactive approach to improving internal processes

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in SOX compliance
• Knowledge of emerging technology trends

Benefits

• Smoking cessation program