Associate Info Security Risk Auditor

About the position 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. The Enterprise Information Security (EIS) team is responsible for cybersecurity across our organization. We support our business and members by reducing risk, rapidly responding to threats, focusing on business resiliency and securing new acquisitions. The Associate Information Security Risk Auditor (Policy Governance Lifecycle) is an entry-level to early-career contributor responsible for supporting assessments of the enterprise’s information security policy and standards lifecycle. This role assists in evaluating policy governance processes, reviewing control implementation evidence, and monitoring compliance to ensure alignment with enterprise risk appetite, regulatory obligations, and leading frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001). The associate works under guidance from senior auditors and collaborates with policy owners, control operators, and risk teams to identify gaps and recommend improvements. Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and clear communication skills are essential. You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessments of policy lifecycle processes (draft → approve → publish → monitor → retire)
• Help maintain audit-ready documentation and track policy adherence metrics
• Support validation that policies map to applicable frameworks and regulatory requirements
• Perform basic compliance checks and assist in reporting adherence rates and exceptions
• Review evidence supporting control effectiveness under supervision and escalate gaps for remediation
• Support alignment verification against frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001) and obligations (e.g., SOX, SOC 2)
• Prepare draft audit reports and dashboards for management review
• Participate in governance meetings as an observer and provide input when requested
• Assist in awareness efforts related to policy requirements and accountability
• Support policy governance lifecycle audits and compliance reviews
• Ensure documentation and evidence traceability are complete and accurate
• Collaborate with risk and compliance teams to track remediation progress
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, including automation opportunities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Risk Management, or Business, or related field
• 6+ months of experience in information security auditing, compliance, or risk management (internship experience acceptable)
• Basic understanding of policy lifecycle and regulatory frameworks (NIST, ISO, SOX)
• Ability to learn and apply concepts of policy-to-control mapping and evidence adequacy
• Strong attention to detail in reviewing compliance metrics and audit evidence
• Ability to prepare clear reports and communicate effectively
• Exposure to GRC platforms and willingness to learn automation concepts

Nice-to-haves

• Certifications such as CISA, CRISC
• Familiarity with GRC tools and evidence collection processes
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams in a matrixed environment

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

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