IT Lead Senior Auditor

We have openings in Tallahassee, Boynton Beach, DeLand, Ft. Myers, Gainesville, Jacksonville, Lakeland, Miami, Orlando, Port St. Lucie, Sarasota, and Tampa. An Information Technology (IT) Lead Senior Auditor is highly responsible supervisory and professional work in planning, conducting, and supervising complex IT audits at State agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units. These audits involve the 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. A Lead Senior Auditor functions as an Audit Team Leader with minimal supervision by an Audit Coordinator, Audit Supervisor, or Audit Manager. Audit Team Leader assignments are made on a regular basis with at least one assignment made in each two-year period. Coordinates, supervises, and conducts complex IT audits or other IT engagements at State agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units, including, but not limited to, the development of the audit plan and audit program, the coordination of the audit team work assignments, the supervision and review of the audit team’s work, the review and evaluation of automated systems and internal controls, necessary testing, and other related procedures. Supervises the monitoring of critical IT projects as required by law. Determines extent of compliance with applicable law, established policies, plans, and procedures. Prepares reports recommending improvements in accounting methods, information systems, program operations, and internal and other management controls. Prepares reports of audits performed or underway. Meets with governmental officials to discuss audit findings and recommendations. Instructs, trains, and supervises subordinate auditors. Assigns work to subordinate auditors and reviews their work. Assists in preparing audit programs and developing audit procedures. Performs other related duties as required. 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 Ability to make sound judgments and decisions Possession of a CPA certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy or a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certificate, the latter certificate requiring a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, management information systems, or information studies with an emphasis in information technology, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in another field of study and a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in information studies with an emphasis in information technology, information systems, or an information technology-related field of study, or a master’s degree in business administration; four years of relevant professional experience in IT auditing preferably in a local, state, or Federal government oversight agency, including as an audit team leader on at least two engagements in the prior three years or other equivalent experience; working knowledge of Government Auditing Standards, generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, and the internal control integrated framework established by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO); experience planning audits, supervising staff, and reviewing audit work; and a demonstrated ability to conduct complex audits and present findings in a professional written format. The salary for IT Lead Senior Auditor is commensurate with experience. The Auditor General offers a competitive benefits package. For further information on the requirements of the Florida State Board of Accountancy for taking the Certified Public Accountant’s examination, licensure as a CPA, or the acceptability by the Florida State Board of Accountancy of a CPA certificate issued by another state or territory, contact the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

EDUCATION

NOTE: List ALL community colleges, colleges, and universities attended, regardless of whether a degree was received, and provide a transcript from each school. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application review process. Official transcripts are required for employment. For educational degrees obtained from an institution outside the United States, provide a copy of a transcript evaluation from an evaluation service. If applying for an auditor position, the evaluation service used must be acceptable to the Florida State Board of Accountancy (Board) and the purpose of the evaluation must be for the Board. To determine evaluation services acceptable to the Board, contact the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. FOR OTHER SCHOOLS OR TRAINING (Trade, Vocational, Armed Forces, or Business) please provide school name and location, dates attended, subjects studied certificates, and any other pertinent data. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AWARDS, AND MEMBERSHIPS For example, list personal computer skills; computer software knowledge; publications; public speaking; foreign language proficiency; professional society memberships; honors, awards, and fellowships; etc. in the Licenses and Certifications section of the Additional Information portion of the application. It is the policy of the Auditor General to provide Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. When making personnel decisions or taking personnel actions, the Auditor General shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender, religion, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or arrest record. The Auditor General complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990. Assistance in completing this application is available by contacting the Auditor General. During the interview process, you may be asked questions concerning your ability to perform job-related functions. If you are given a conditional offer of employment, you may be required to complete a post-job offer medical history questionnaire and/or undergo a medical examination if required of all employees entering in the same job category. All medical information will be kept confidential and in separate files. The Auditor General is part of the Florida legislative branch. Employees of the Auditor General have certain restrictions on their outside activities and certain employees are subject to financial disclosure requirements. Information about these requirements is available from the Auditor General. #J-18808-Ljbffr Florida Legislature