Principal Auditor - Information Technology Office of the State Auditor
Principal Auditor - Information Technology Office of the State Auditor
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Office of the State Auditor
Principal Auditor Information Technology
Opening Date:April 3 2025
Closing Date: April 22 2025
Job Title: Principal Auditor Information Technology
Job Class Code: MA30
Grade: 30
Administrative Unit:Confidential
Salary Range:$71843.20 $101587.20
Are you looking for a position to grow your career and add to your skills expand your knowledge of information technology systems and auditing and give you the opportunity to collaborate with some of the best minds in the industry There is no better place to enhance your skills than the Maine Office of the State Auditor! As a Principal Auditor you will oversee and conduct independent and objective audits of information technology systems that support the State of Maines financial reporting and compliance with Federal program regulations.
Job Duties of a Principal Auditor Information Technology (IT) with the Office of the State Auditor:
The Principal Auditor IT serves as a technical expert assisting the Senior Leadership Team in the Office of the State Auditor which acts as the State of Maines external independent auditor conducting financial and compliance audits of State government.Responsibilities include:
Assisting with planning designing and conducting complex information technology (IT) audits of general and application controls used by organizational units of State government which may require extensive knowledge of both accounting principles and auditing standards
Developing written audit findings and recommendations based on IT control testing
Providing technical or audit support to lead auditors by assisting in the planning designing and performance of one or more components for other audit assignments in accordance with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM)
Directly supervising and providing guidance to Senior and Staff auditors throughout the audit process and other assignments
Providing technical assistance to auditee management by identifying operational risks based on testing of technology controls established to provide assurance that Stateadministered programs comply with federal laws regulations contracts and agreements.
Conducting special projects approved by the State Auditor
Agency Information: The Office of the State Auditor is an innovative organization that acts as the independent auditor for the State of Maine. The Office works with Maine State Government agencies to complete theStates annual Single Audit comprised of the financial statement andFederal compliance audits. The Office has the statutory authority to audit all accounts and other financial records of State government including any counties municipalities and any organization institution or other entity receiving or requesting an appropriation or grant from State government.
Mission Statement: The Office of the State Auditor provides independent assurance that Maine government is accountable to the people. We examine whether funds are spent legally and properly and that data and systems are secure. OSA auditors perform their work in accordance with Government Auditing Standards. We are committed to meeting the changing needs of the people in Maine.
The background of wellqualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:
1. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing as a subject matter expert.
2. Ability to establish and lead a team
3. Ability to effectively and efficiently plan organize assign and direct audit objectives.
4. Ability to interpret and apply complex laws and technical information policies and procedures and new auditing standards
5. Ability to conduct complex or highprofile technology control audits of governmental entities.
6. Ability to effectively analyze and interpret the most complex IT system design logic functionality and related processes and organizational procedures workflow and functions.
7. Ability to research and interpret the most complex technologyrelated laws regulations and compliance requirements.
8. Ability to apply expert data extraction and analysis techniques including forming appropriate conclusions based on the results.
9. Ability to assess audit risk for complex technology and effectively adjust to changes as necessary.
1. Ability to develop effective and efficient testing strategies to verify IT system functionality
1. Ability to effectively and efficiently secure facts through investigation.
1. Ability to review and advise Senior and Staff auditors on how to effectively and consistently conclude whether agency IT controls meet requirements based on audit testing results.
1. Ability to prepare and defend controversial or high profile audit findings; and recommend appropriate corrective action.
1. Ability to effectively review write and formally present technical reports and documents.
1. Ability to review the work of professional staff for accuracy completeness and adherence to professional auditing standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelors Degree in Computer Science and/or Management Information Systems or related field;
AND
Five 5 years experience in information systems audit control assurance or security to include at least three 3 years of managerial experience.
Preference will be given to candidates with certification as a Certified Information System Auditor (CISA).
BENEFITS:
No matter where you work across Maine state government you find employees who embody our state mottoDirigo or I leadas they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforces health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package including:
- WorkLife Fit Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidaysand3 weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service and overtimeexempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill utilize12 days of sick leaveper year.
- Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays8595 of employeeonly premiums($11196.96 $12514.32 annual value) depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor you and your family including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit Participationdecreases employeeonly premiums by up to 5. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information aboutprogram requirements.
- Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays100 of employeeonly dental premiums($387.92 annual value).
- Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes a percentageof pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) on behalf of the employee.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to$40 per monthto offset this expense.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Set aside money pretax to help pay for outofpocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information visit theFederal Student Aid office.
- Living Resources Program Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
- Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceivesixweeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Save additional pretax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves 457(b) accountthrough payroll deductions.
Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness.
APPLICATION INFORMATION: Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking theApply for this Opening/Apply Nowbutton along with uploading a cover letter current resume and any applicable copies of postsecondary transcripts licensing registration and certifications.
*If you require a paper application or have general questions please contact Bobbie via email at
As an Equal Opportunity employer Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race color sex sexual orientation or gender identity physical or mental disability religion age ancestry national origin familial status or genetics.If youre looking for a great next step and want to feel good about what you do wed love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
