Cook County Government · 10 hours ago
SENIOR IT AUDITOR (COUNTY AUDITOR) ACTIVELY RECRUITED
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$107K/yr - $118K/yr
4+ years expCook County Government is seeking a Senior IT Auditor to design, plan, and implement IT audit programs. The role involves leading audit engagements, conducting reviews of IT systems, and ensuring compliance with various regulations.
GovernmentNon ProfitResidential
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, plan, and implement information technology (IT) audit programs based on risk assessments
Plan and lead IT audit engagements and provide IT guidance and support for technology risk related to all audits
Conduct comprehensive reviews of IT systems and processes to identify potential risks and control weaknesses
Document findings, prepare detailed audit reports, communicate results to the County's bureau/department heads and senior leadership
Monitor recommendations to ensure successful implementation of corrective actions
Work closely with other IT professionals and stakeholders to ensure best practices are implemented throughout the County
Ensure compliance with relevant federal, state, and local regulations and standards (e.g., National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies (COBIT), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), etc.)
Stay updated on new technologies and industry standards to enhance audit procedures
Identify and support the application computer assisted audit techniques (CAAT) for all audits
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or a directly related field is required
Four (4) years as an IT Auditor or directly related experience is required
In good standing as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required
Possession of a valid driver's license is required
Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization
Knowledge and ability to apply internal audit standards, IT risk assessment and governance frameworks, and cybersecurity standards (NIST, COBIT, ISO, and COSO)
Knowledge of and experience applying the Government Accountability Office's Yellowbook and the Institute of Internal Auditor's Redbook internal auditing standards
Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws, ordinances, and regulations relating to financial operations, records, and auditing
Skill in organizing information in a logical manner to support audit results
Ability to balance multiple competing projects and task efforts with a high degree of accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats to objectively and tactfully communicate with IT and non-IT staff while maintaining an attitude of professional skepticism and confidentiality throughout audits
Skill in the Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
Voluntary Benefits
You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Company
Cook County Government
Cook County Government is a government agency that provides resident services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.1MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office
2023-06-13Grant· $1.1M
Leadership Team
Tanya S. Anthony, PMP
Chief Financial Officer
Alesia Hawkins
Deputy Chief Procurement Officer
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