Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
IT Audit Specialist 1
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, us, 17124
Reference #: 4455190 THE POSITION Are you a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) with a degree in Information Technology, Data Analytics, or Accounting, and want to help make your community stronger? Do you have experience in supervising or performing Information Technology Audit functions? If you answered yes to the above, we are looking for motivated self-starting individuals like you to join our team of fiscal watchdogs.
This position is eligible for student loan forgiveness and provides excellent health, savings, and retirement benefits. The biggest benefit of all is the impact you can have to make Pennsylvania stronger!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Department of Auditor General (DAG) is looking to fill an IT Audit Specialist 1 position within the Bureau of Information Technology Audits. An employee in this position will be responsible for managing team(s) performing all aspects of the IT audit process, including Data and Analytics, Computer Assisted Audit Techniques, and IT Controls Testing, to ensure timely completion of audit requests from bureaus for performance audits, compliance audits, financial audits, and attestation engagements. Key responsibilities include: Managing day-to-day activities of IT Auditors on all audit assignments and administrative matters Participating in assignment of work and monitoring work progress of IT Auditors Reviewing Data & Analytics (D&A), Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs), and IT controls testing performed and documented by IT Auditors Developing, monitoring, and proposing adjustments to budgets for work assigned Performing more advanced and technical IT controls reviewing/testing and CAATs Maintaining or developing advanced knowledge of ACL or similar audit data analytics software Providing guidance on the more technical CAAT techniques, such as ACL and advanced IT concepts Developing D&A/CAATs approaches for review and approval by supervisor Maintaining working knowledge of the Department's Audit Manual, IT Audits' Audit Manual, GAGAS, GAAS, COBIT, and ISACA Standards Preparing working papers to evidence work performed, document results, support conclusions, and demonstrate compliance with applicable standards Training staff on applicable working paper techniques, Auditing Standards (GAAS, GAGAS, ISACA), Department Audit Manual, Information Technology Standards (COBIT and more), administrative guidelines, finding development, and the policy and procedures manual Attending and conducting meetings with auditees and/or user bureaus Conducting training seminars on using audit software and audit techniques Conducting technical research to support new IT audit procedures, findings, and observations Preparing and conducting employee performance reviews of IT Auditors Providing status of workload to supervisor routinely Performing related tasks as required
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Limited travel to Harrisburg will be required for audit site visits and in-person training. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Possession and maintenance of a certificate as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); and Degree from an accredited college or university; with at least 12 credits in information technology or 12 credits in accounting/au iting and 2-5 years experience in supervision/performing Information Technology Audit functions. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3-6 months of graduating with a qualifying degree. Additional Requirements: You must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license. You must reside in Pennsylvania. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): One or more of the following certificates: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) Certified Government Financial Manager (CIA) Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. How to Apply: Your application must include a resume and transcript. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Department of the Auditor General is committed to policies providing equal opportunity for everyone. Accordingly, all employment decisions are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. In addition, department employees are bound by a code of conduct that prohibits any form of harassment, including sexual harassment.
The Department of the Auditor General's DEI program includes recruitment efforts focused on attracting a diverse population of qualified candidates. We are invested in creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where both our present and prospective employees may be authentic. We are dedicated to ensuring our internship and employment opportunities are accessible to all aspiring professionals within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by appl
This position is eligible for student loan forgiveness and provides excellent health, savings, and retirement benefits. The biggest benefit of all is the impact you can have to make Pennsylvania stronger!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Department of Auditor General (DAG) is looking to fill an IT Audit Specialist 1 position within the Bureau of Information Technology Audits. An employee in this position will be responsible for managing team(s) performing all aspects of the IT audit process, including Data and Analytics, Computer Assisted Audit Techniques, and IT Controls Testing, to ensure timely completion of audit requests from bureaus for performance audits, compliance audits, financial audits, and attestation engagements. Key responsibilities include: Managing day-to-day activities of IT Auditors on all audit assignments and administrative matters Participating in assignment of work and monitoring work progress of IT Auditors Reviewing Data & Analytics (D&A), Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs), and IT controls testing performed and documented by IT Auditors Developing, monitoring, and proposing adjustments to budgets for work assigned Performing more advanced and technical IT controls reviewing/testing and CAATs Maintaining or developing advanced knowledge of ACL or similar audit data analytics software Providing guidance on the more technical CAAT techniques, such as ACL and advanced IT concepts Developing D&A/CAATs approaches for review and approval by supervisor Maintaining working knowledge of the Department's Audit Manual, IT Audits' Audit Manual, GAGAS, GAAS, COBIT, and ISACA Standards Preparing working papers to evidence work performed, document results, support conclusions, and demonstrate compliance with applicable standards Training staff on applicable working paper techniques, Auditing Standards (GAAS, GAGAS, ISACA), Department Audit Manual, Information Technology Standards (COBIT and more), administrative guidelines, finding development, and the policy and procedures manual Attending and conducting meetings with auditees and/or user bureaus Conducting training seminars on using audit software and audit techniques Conducting technical research to support new IT audit procedures, findings, and observations Preparing and conducting employee performance reviews of IT Auditors Providing status of workload to supervisor routinely Performing related tasks as required
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Limited travel to Harrisburg will be required for audit site visits and in-person training. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Possession and maintenance of a certificate as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); and Degree from an accredited college or university; with at least 12 credits in information technology or 12 credits in accounting/au iting and 2-5 years experience in supervision/performing Information Technology Audit functions. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3-6 months of graduating with a qualifying degree. Additional Requirements: You must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license. You must reside in Pennsylvania. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): One or more of the following certificates: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) Certified Government Financial Manager (CIA) Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. How to Apply: Your application must include a resume and transcript. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Department of the Auditor General is committed to policies providing equal opportunity for everyone. Accordingly, all employment decisions are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. In addition, department employees are bound by a code of conduct that prohibits any form of harassment, including sexual harassment.
The Department of the Auditor General's DEI program includes recruitment efforts focused on attracting a diverse population of qualified candidates. We are invested in creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where both our present and prospective employees may be authentic. We are dedicated to ensuring our internship and employment opportunities are accessible to all aspiring professionals within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by appl