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New York State Civil Service Information Systems Auditor 1, Item#02933 (Multiple Vacancies) in To Be Determined, New York
NY HELP Yes
Agency State Comptroller, Office of the
Title Information Systems Auditor 1, Item#02933 (Multiple Vacancies)
Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary Grade 23
Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary Range From $84156 to $106454 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 30%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8:30 AM
To 4:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? Yes
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
County Erie
Street Address Office of the New York State Comptroller
City To Be Determined
State NY
Zip Code 00000
Minimum Qualifications Seven years IT auditing experience must have been gained in any one of the following noted below, or in combination with the education and/or generalized audit experience substitutions noted further below.• Responsibility for performing IT-related audits and examinations to determine the compliance of agencies, authorities, municipalities, and schools, including reviews of physical and logical access controls, general IT controls, and application controls, and the writing and presentation of findings reports of technical issues to a non-technical audience.• Responsibility for the analysis and evaluation of information systems, such as platforms, applications, network infrastructure, and/or IT-related operational practices and the writing and presentation of reports of findings suitable for non-technical audience.• Responsibility for supporting an audit group, such as designing, developing/programming, maintaining technological solutions in support of audit activity, and evaluating and developing artificial intelligence programs in support of audit activity.Education and Generalized Audit Experience Substitutions: Education may be substituted for up to a maximum of five years IT auditing experience.• Associate’s degree may be substituted for up to two years.• Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for up to four years.• Master’s degree may be substituted for an additional one year of IT audit experience.One year of generalized audit experience may be substituted for one year of IT auditing experience.
Duties Description Information Technology Auditing and Support Services:• Working on specialized IT audits, projects and studies that incorporate advanced and complex IT matters, IT auditing tools and/or emerging technologies.• Conducting IT-related audit work in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, IT security requirements and industry standards.• Providing consultation and hands-on assistance to Division audit teams and auditees on technical IT matters during financial or performance audits.• Keeping up to date on emerging technologies and keeping Unit Management informed of related trends and developments.• Conducting research and developing proposals recommending topics for future specialized IT audits, projects, audit tools, publications and/or training.• Using advanced IT auditing tools such as Nmap, Nessus and AppScan. • Developing and performing tests of IT controls to determine whether they have been placed in operation and are operating effectively and whether there are adequate controls in place. • Analyzing and evaluating the adequacy of auditee’s cybersecurity governance, IT policies and procedures and internal controls.• Evaluating data, information systems, and procedures relating to IT audit/special project areas for compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.• Participating in and/or conducting interviews with auditees and performing walk-throughs to assist in the evaluation of information system controls. • Writing and/or assisting audit teams with writing preliminary audit findings, discussion documents, draft reports, and/or special project documents.• Advancing the Division’s IT auditing capabilities.Technology Assistance and Training:• Training and supporting other Unit staff using advanced IT auditing tools and developing related Division policies and procedures.• Assisting Division audit staff in assessing and testing controls over computerized systems in local governments and schools across the State.• Training Division staff on various IT auditing topics and technologies.• Training local officials on cybersecurity governance and IT-related topics.• Identifying appropriate training and professional development opportunities to help ensure staff are prepared to perform their job responsibilities.Supervision:May assist in the supervision of Auditor 1s, Information Technology Specialist 1s, trainees, students, or other titles.
Additional Comments It is expected that this position may require up to 30% travel including overnight visits around the State. This position can be assigned to the Central Office in Albany or any LGSA Regional Office with available space (Syracuse, Buffalo, Binghamton, Glens Falls Newburgh, Hauppauge, or Rochester).Desired Competencies: • IT industry experience and/or IT or information systems degree.• Relevant professional certification(s) (CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISSP, ISSMP, CIA).• Familiarity with GAGAS, CIS, COBIT, COSO and NIST CSF frameworks.• IT audit experience including but not limited to, conducting cloud security, artificial intelligence, Operating Systems (e.g., Windows, MacOS, ChromeOS), access controls, application, database and/or system security audits.• Independently conducts, documents and reports on advanced IT research topics that are relevant to audit initiatives and other projects.• Effectively communicates orally and in writing, exhibiting excellent interpersonal skills with staff and customers.• Works well independently and in a team environment.• Organized, detail-oriented and produces an accurate and timely work product.• Effectively applies work unit policies and procedures.• Handles multiple and sometimes competing priorities.• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.Telecommuting:The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.Reasonable Accommodation:The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.Equal Opportunity Employment:The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Brittany Pebler
Telephone (518) 474-1924
Fax (518) 486-6723
Email Address Recruit@osc.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of Human Resources
110 State Street, 12th Floor
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12236
Notes on Applying Submit a clear, concise cover letter, resume, and a completed copy of this template: https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/Jobs/docs/02933-02944-information-systems-auditor-1-mq-template-3-2024.doc via e-mail to recruit@osc.ny.gov, no later than October 7, 2024. Documents must be sent as unlocked and accessible attachments. Reference Item #02933(Multiple)-BEP in the subject line of your email and on your cover letter for proper routing.Important Notes: To access the required template, copy the link above and paste it into your web browser, then download, complete, and save to submit with your email response. You MUST complete the linked template in full to demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Interview selection is based SOLELY on the information you provide in this document, incomplete or vague information will not be viewed in your favor. If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:Division contact: Jennifer Haviland, JHaviland@osc.ny.govWhen responding, please include the reference number from this section only. The StateJobsNY website Vacancy ID # should not be included.