Parkland Health · 22 hours ago
Senior Information System Auditor
Parkland Health is a healthcare organization with a legacy of over 125 years dedicated to the health and well-being of individuals and communities. They are seeking a Senior Information System Auditor to conduct complex audits, validate programming for management reports, and ensure compliance with security policies. This role involves analyzing data, preparing audit reports, and maintaining effective communication with audit clients.
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Responsibilities
Determines the direction and approach of assigned audits and writes the audit program subsequent to and based upon the entrance conference and the scope established for the audit
Conducts assigned audits. Determines the materiality of the issues reviewed and reported; ensuring that assets are safeguarded, internal controls are present, resources are used efficiently, and that all activity and costs are appropriate
Performs audits of application, network, storage, database and server infrastructure architecture and design to ensure appropriate security according to industry standards and adherence to regulatory requirements in all aspects of design and implementation
Prepares work papers and documents each step, validates all information through whatever sources are available, enters project related milestones, maintains project related data, and maintains an accounting of project time
Performs research, analyzes, and organizes qualitative and quantitative financial, operational, and clinical data from multiple sources, and synthesize results into meaningful fact-based analyses, reports and models
Using the appropriate programming language and tool, extracts data from source systems for use in audits and/or monitoring
Validates programming of reports used by management for decision-making by performing the following:
Reviews detailed specifications from which programs are written and ensure full understanding of the end-user's needs
Independently designs, codes, tests, debugs, documents and maintains programs used to compare/validate results of other programmers
Responsible for maintaining appropriate program and system documentation in accordance with department standards. Creates and maintains technical specifications and documentation of all programs and applications supported in order to ensure quality of information
Ensure that Parkland programs are written in appropriate programming language, test conditions are prepared, and program testing is managed to validate that the program works per specifications
Reviews for compliance with the organization’s information security policies and procedures among employees, contractors, alliances, and other third parties and refers problems to appropriate department managers or administrators
Meets with the audited function periodically throughout the audit to discuss audit plans, audit findings, and to develop mutually agreed-upon recommendations. Maintains a positive working relationship with all hospital functions to ensure the fulfillment of auditing responsibilities
Prepares a clear, concise audit report detailing the findings and recommendations and incorporates the responses from the function which details the specific steps they plan to take to implement agreed upon recommendations and time frames. Pro-actively performs follow-up audits of areas previously audited to ascertain that recommendations and time schedules are being followed from the initial audit
Assists with special projects and/or serves on various interdisciplinary committees as assigned. Proactively identifies makes recommendations to management on need for conducting special studies or audits of specific operations. May provide assistance and support to the annual financial audit of Parkland. Participates on new system implementations to ensure that adequate system controls are present, and the system is configured per management specifications
Communicates clearly and effectively with audit clients, internal audit team and others. Demonstrates effective communication by clearly and succinctly providing detailed audit information and by providing direct and clear responses to address questions
Maintains knowledge, competencies, and application of rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the area
Demonstrate effective and continuous learning
Demonstrate high degree of self-motivation and initiative
Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving
Demonstrate openness and flexibility to various work assignments
Maintain collaborative and positive work relationships
Exhibit strong project management skills adhering to budgets and deadlines
Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland
Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices
Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding
Qualification
Required
Must have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer-related, or related field
Must have five years of previous audit experience in a healthcare environment
Must have six years of progressively responsible experience in an internal audit or information systems environment
May have a Master's Degree in lieu of two years of experience
Must have One Or More Of The Following Certifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certification of Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Security Professional (CISSP), Epic Clarity Reporting Certified, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE); OR Obtain a required certification within two years of hire date or placement in job
Take an exam to understand level of SQL knowledge. The exam will be graded but there will not be an expected completion percentage
Must have effective oral and written communication skills
Must be a good listener, be flexible, be able to handle multiple tasks, and possess good business and negotiation skills
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to write a finding in a clear and concise audit report
Must have strong analytical skills and be detail oriented
Must understand personal computers and networks and be proficient with spreadsheet, database, communications, flow charting and word processing software, as well as data extraction techniques
Must have the knowledge and ability to interpret government regulations that applies to Parkland and the ability to employ effective problem-solving skills to make appropriate recommendations for process improvement
Company
Parkland Health
Parkland Health first opened its doors in 1894 and is now one of the largest public hospital systems in the country.
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