Director, Internal Audit

Director of Internal Audit

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care. By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.

Role Summary : The Director of Internal Audit will design, implement, and oversee Datavant's legal and compliance internal audit program in alignment with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General's (OIG) compliance program guidance and healthcare industry internal audit standards. Reporting to the Chief Compliance and Privacy Officer, the Director of Internal Audit will evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and governance processes across Datavant's Provider, Payer, Life Sciences, and Legal & Insurance business lines, focused on regulatory compliance, privacy-by-design and by-default, and legal risk mitigation. This role will also lead vendor and offshore partner compliance audits, validate corrective action plan implementation, and communicate findings to senior leaders. This role requires a unique combination of healthcare industry internal audit expertise and deep familiarity with health information technology and tech-enabled services. The Director of Internal Audit will act as a trusted advisor to senior and executive leaders, and support communications to Datavant's executive compliance and board audit committees, ensuring that risks are identified, controls are tested for effectiveness, and audit findings contribute to continuous improvement. Note : This position is not focused on nor responsible for financial auditing or SOX financial reporting, but will coordinate with cross-functional teams to support financial internal controls as needed.

Key Responsibilities :

• Audit Program Leadership

Work with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to identify organizational legal, regulatory, privacy, and compliance risks and prioritize business areas to audit based on risk

Perform comprehensive audits of operational, compliance, technology, and privacy-related processes across the enterprise

Prepare clear, concise audit reports summarizing scope, methodology, findings, and recommendations

Act as a subject matter expert on internal audit best practices, compliance auditing, and technology risk

Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and enforcement activity to keep Datavant's audit program current

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Desired Qualifications :

We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.