IT Senior Auditor

Information Technology Senior Auditor

We have openings in various cities across Florida. An Information Technology (IT) Senior Auditor participates in the audit, analysis, and testing of IT controls across all layers of computing environments such as physical, operating system, database, network, and application layers as well as end-user processes and security. The computing environments range from cutting-edge cloud computing models to shared service data centers and consortiums to individual client-server and midrange and mainframe environments. An employee in this class functions as an Audit Team Leader under the close supervision of an Audit Coordinator, Audit Supervisor, or Audit Manager.

Examples of work performed include conducting IT audits or other IT engagements at State agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units; compiling general statistical data; monitoring critical IT projects as required by law; determining the extent of compliance with applicable law, established policies, plans, and procedures; preparing reports recommending improvements in accounting methods, information systems, program operations, and internal and other management controls; preparing recommendations for reporting suggested changes to statutory and budgetary requirements; meeting with governmental officials to discuss audit findings and recommendations; assisting in the instruction, training, and supervision of subordinate auditors; assigning work to subordinate auditors and reviewing their work; assisting in preparing audit programs and developing audit procedures; and performing other related duties as required.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required include knowledge of accounting, auditing, and other relevant professional standards; knowledge of IT system requirements; knowledge of research techniques; knowledge of laws, regulations, and other administrative requirements; skill in the use of a personal computer; ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data; ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; ability to handle confidential information; ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; ability to utilize problem-solving techniques; ability to effectively interview individuals and organize the information obtained to reflect the logical progression of procedures performed and conclusions reached; ability to work well as a team member; ability to follow instructions; ability to work within deadlines; ability to deal tactfully, courteously, and professionally with auditees; ability to supervise people; ability to determine work priorities, assign work, and insure proper completion of work assignments; ability to deal effectively and responsively with the Legislature, Committee staff, and other governmental officials; ability to maintain objectivity; and ability to make sound judgments and decisions.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting and 30 semester or 45 quarter hours in excess of those required for a 4-year baccalaureate degree, meeting the educational requirements of the Florida State Board of Accountancy for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant and two years of relevant professional experience (one year of relevant professional experience may be substituted for the hours in excess of those required for a 4-year baccalaureate degree if application was made prior to August 2, 1983, to the Florida State Board of Accountancy for taking the Certified Public Accountant's examination); or a master's degree from an accredited college or university in management information systems or information studies with an emphasis in information technology and two years of relevant professional experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, management information systems, or information studies with an emphasis in information technology and three years of relevant professional experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in another field of study and possession of a Certified Information Systems Auditor certificate or a master's degree in business administration and three years of relevant professional experience; or possession of a CPA certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy and two years of relevant professional experience.