Principal Internal Controls Advisor — AI & Risk Strategy

Blue Shield of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 138,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

In-office two days per week

Job summary

Blue Shield of California invites a senior leader to guide Internal Controls Advisory Services (ICAS). You will own complex programs, influence senior stakeholders, and shape controls in an AI-enabled enterprise.

The role emphasizes autonomy, strategic thinking, and translating risk into practical, business-friendly solutions. Hybrid workplace with in-office collaboration; candidates should be able to operate across diverse business and technology functions in California.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in internal audit, internal controls, risk advisory, or related field.
• CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent certifications; healthcare experience preferred (e.g., Medi-Cal, Medicare).

Responsibilities

• Lead complex internal controls advisory engagements across the organization.
• Drive end-to-end control assessments, including risk identification, scoping, testing strategy, and reporting.
• Identify control gaps, root causes, and sustainable solutions, not just observations.
• Provide actionable recommendations balancing risk with business practicality.
• Contribute to the ICAS work plan and risk coverage strategy.
• Evaluate emerging risks and adjust control focus accordingly.
• Support enterprise initiatives from a controls perspective, including AI adoption.

Skills

Internal controls

Risk assessment

Cross-functional leadership

Audit leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Blue Shield of California invites a senior leader to guide Internal Controls Advisory Services (ICAS). You will own complex programs, influence senior stakeholders, and shape controls in an AI-enabled enterprise.

The role emphasizes autonomy, strategic thinking, and translating risk into practical, business-friendly solutions. Hybrid workplace with in-office collaboration; candidates should be able to operate across diverse business and technology functions in California.