About the role

Job Description

The Principal IT Governance Analyst provides expert advisory services, offering a proactive and strategic approach to help the organization achieve its business objectives while effectively managing technology, security, and compliance risks. This role advises on significant and broad-based IT risks associated with new system implementations, major technology initiatives, and operational processes to ensure appropriate risk coverage and a strong control environment.

What You’ll Do

Leverage deep expertise in IT governance, controls, and risk management to identify and assess a wide range of technology, security, compliance, and operational risks.

Ensure appropriate, well-designed controls are in place to mitigate identified risks and support business goals.

Serve as a trusted advisor on high‑visibility and/or highly complex projects, system implementations, and business process redesigns.

Ensure IT and security risks are incorporated into project decisions and addressed appropriately.

Partner closely with senior leaders, business owners, and project teams to build awareness and understanding of risk.

Support the development, evaluation, and monitoring of mitigation plans for IT and security risks to ensure alignment with the organization’s risk tolerance.

Escalate issues when risk levels or mitigation strategies fall outside acceptable thresholds.

Work with process owners to ensure process documentation is accurate, complete, and aligned with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Develop and maintain processes and procedures to ensure documentation remains current and well-governed.

What You Bring  

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree

8+ years of experience in related field

In lieu of degree, 10+ years of experience in related field

Bonus Points

Technical fluency; prior IT Audit experience is highly beneficial.

Experience with:

Risk identification, analysis, and triage

Process improvement frameworks

GRC tools, including reporting and risk lifecycle management

Control design and documentation, including process mapping and governance

CISSP, CISM, CISA or CRISC certification preferred

What You’ll Get 

The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that’s deeply invested in the community

Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work

Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs

Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance

Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education

401k match including an annual company contribution

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Where You’ll Work

Our Hybrid Flex approach is built on presence with a purpose – giving you flexibility to work remotely with intentional in-person connection – that supports a workplace that’s flexible, connected, and future focused.

In a Hybrid-Flex role, you’ll work in the office at least two days a week for collaboration and connection. In a Remote Flex role, you’ll work virtually, with a few in-office visits each year for meaningful moments that matter.

Whether your role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in any states listed on this job posting. Onsite expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Salary Range

At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.

*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.

$118,691.00 - $189,906.00

Skills

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina is a key player in health insurance, attracting professionals committed to improving healthcare access and quality in the state.
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What's promising

•Strong focus on improving healthcare access and quality in North Carolina.
•Diverse range of roles from actuarial analysis to strategic advisory.
•Commitment to value-based care and innovative health solutions.

What to watch

•Limited public information about work-life balance and company culture.
•Potential challenges in navigating complex healthcare regulations.
•Dependence on state-specific market could limit broader career opportunities.

Why Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

•Exclusive focus on North Carolina allows for tailored healthcare solutions.
•Emphasis on value-based care sets it apart in the insurance industry.
•Offers specialized roles that align with healthcare innovation and strategy.

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About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

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Blue Cross NC is a health insurance provider that offers a variety of health plans and services to individuals, families, and businesses in North Carolina.