Information Systems Auditor II

About the Job:As an Information Systems Auditor II you will independently plan and conduct audits of IT systems cybersecurity controls and technology-enabled business processes. This role requires strong technical acumen risk-based thinking and the ability to evaluate complex systems and data environments. You will contribute to the Citys commitment to accountability transparency and continuous improvement by ensuring that technological risks are effectively managed.

Job Type:Full-time

Work Location:Colorado Springs City Hall 107 N. Nevada Ave Suite 205Colorado SpringsCO80903

Learn more about the department: position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year and any furloughs subsequently approved.

As an Information Systems Auditor II you will:

• Plan and perform IT audits and IT audit steps including risk assessment audit program development and fieldwork.
• Evaluate IT governance cybersecurity and internal controls using frameworks such as NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) COBIT (Control Objectives for Information Technologies) etc..
• Conduct interviews analyze data and document findings clearly and objectively.
• Draft audit reports and present findings and recommendations to management.
• Perform data analysis to identify anomalies trends and control gaps using tools such as Excel Power Query or Audit Command Language (ACL).
• Assess compliance with IT policies procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support external audits fraud investigations and consulting engagements.
• Participate in internal quality assessments and contribute to process improvements.

• Applies theGlobal Internal Audit Standardsand theInternational Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
• Demonstrates ethical judgment objectivity confidentiality and professional skepticism.
• Usesrisk-based audit methodologiesand critical thinking to evaluate IT controls cybersecurity and fraud risk.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with technical and non-technical stakeholders; builds consensus and resolves conflicts constructively.
• Uses data analysis tools (e.g. Excel Power Query ACL) to identify trends and support audit findings.
• Manages time budget and tasks across multiple projects using project management principles.
• UnderstandsIT governance cybersecurity data protection and system resilience.
• Applies knowledge ofIT control frameworks(e.g. NIST COBIT) and enterprise systems (e.g. ERP cloud platforms).
• Collaborates with IT compliance and risk management to align audit coverage and enhance risk oversight.

We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related area of study.
• Three years of full-time professional experience in a related field.

The following qualifications are not required but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.

• Experience in municipal or public sector IT environments.
• Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or advanced degree
• Experience with cloud security data analytics or IT general controls.

Please contact Katie McLaughlin at for any questions about this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position area of assignment and specific job assignments including shift differential pay differential acting or lead special assignment hazard pay longevity cell phone allowance uniform allowance relocation awards standby call out compensatory time off tuition overtime extra duty incentive holiday premium proficiency and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1 H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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