IT Compliance Professional

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Job Description Summary

Do you thrive on rethinking routine? Do you crave identifying areas of opportunity to strengthen a company's cybersecurity posture? Humana is looking for an experience IT Compliance professional to join our Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team. In this role, you will enhance GRC processes, identify areas for improvement, and promote best practices across the organization. You will help shape Humana's risk culture, strengthen Security Governance, and support accountability for security practices. This position provides the opportunity to influence cybersecurity at a Fortune 40 company and support the ongoing advancement of our security program.

Key Accountabilities

• Independently conduct comprehensive audits and assessments on complex new and existing information systems applications to ensure that appropriate controls exist, that processing is efficient and accurate, and that information systems procedures are in compliance with corporate standards, industry best standards, and contractual requirements.

• Apply in-depth knowledge and skills to develop and analyze metrics (Key Performance Indicators, Key Risk Indicators, etc.) and trend reports that monitor control effectiveness and compliance maturity over time.

• Proactively address problems and regularly make technical recommendations by drawing from prior experiences or knowledge of best practices to improve processes, tools that can impact multiple functions.

• Determine methods, priorities, and timelines to orchestrate cross-functional risk assessments, identify control gaps and risks in information systems, and coordinate with stakeholders to recommend, drive, and monitor remediation.

• Working with enterprise-wide IT partners to advise and ensure adherence to compliance requirements throughout system implementations and enhancements, influencing design and execution to meet regulatory, organizational standards and strategy.

• Address technical architectural and design configurations issues by applying sound judgment and discretion, interpreting policies, and determining appropriate methods, priorities, and approaches to work.

• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, HIPAA Security Rule, DoD, VA, and TRICARE regulations and Humana's technology practices.

• Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with essential stakeholders in Third Party Risk Management to track and advise on risk remediation of vendors and subcontractors.

• Manage and track the remediation of application security vulnerabilities and penetration testing findings, ensuring all issues are addressed efficiently from initial identification through to final resolution.

• Proactively conduct thorough IT audits and assessments against established compliance frameworks, identifying areas for process improvement to ensure organizational readiness for future departmental and business opportunities.

• Manage all aspects of external audit activities, including preparation, auditor coordination, evidence management, and remediation tracking.

• Support the AI governance effort and perform formal assessments against the NIST AI Risk Management Framework of AI use cases to identify, evaluate, and manage the mitigation of ethical, security, and compliance risks.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

• Our Department of Defense contract requires U.S. citizenship for this position

• Successfully receive interim approval for government security clearance (NBIS - National Background Investigation)

• 4 or more years of technical experience

• 4 or more years of Governance, Risk and Compliance and audit management experience

• 3 or more years of experience developing Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and/or Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)

• 1 or more years of Artificial Intelligence Governance experience

• Working knowledge in HIPAA Security Rule, FedRAMP, cloud platforms, NIST AI Risk Management Framework and integrating compliance requirements with new and existing technologies

• Dynamic communication, collaboration, and conflict management skills to establish and maintain relationships with business leaders, customers, and third parties

• Detailed oriented with solid organizational, project/audit management and issue resolution skills

• Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

• Prior demonstrated experience with process improvement or process design

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

• Holds one or more of the following certifications: CRISC, CISM, CISSP, or CGRC

• Strong familiarity with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), NIST Special Publication 800-171: Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in Nonfederal Systems and Organizations and DFARS 252.204-7012, Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Cyber Incident Reporting

• Strong familiarity with NIST Special Publication 800-53: Guide for Assessing Security Controls in Federal Information Systems and Organizations, and FISMA

• Prior experience working as a federal government contractor supporting technical and GRC initiatives

• SSN Alert StatementHumana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from [email protected] with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana's secure website.Interview FormatAs part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.WAH Internet StatementTo ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggestedSatellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadershipEmployees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$73,400 - $100,100 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 02-17-2026

About us

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first - for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

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