IT Auditor

Overview

Requisition No: 629041
Agency: Florida Legislature
Working Title: IT Auditor (Auditor General)
Salary: $52,008
Posting Closing Date: 12/20/2024

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting IT audits or other IT engagements at state agencies, educational entities, and local governmental units, including the review and evaluation of automated systems and internal controls, necessary testing, and related procedures.
• Assist in the compilation of general statistical data.
• Assist in monitoring critical IT projects as required by law.
• Determine extent of compliance with applicable law, established policies, plans, and procedures.
• Assist in preparing reports recommending improvements in information systems, and internal and other management controls.
• Prepare recommendations for reporting suggested changes to statutory and budgetary requirements.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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 information obtained.
• 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 maintain objectivity.
• Ability to make sound judgments and decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting and 30 semester or 45 quarter hours in excess of those required for a 4‑year bachelor’s degree, meeting the educational requirements of the Florida State Board of Accountancy for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant; or a master’s degree in management information systems or information studies with an emphasis in information technology; or a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in accounting, management information systems, or information studies with an emphasis in information technology and one year of relevant professional experience; or a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in another field of study and possession of a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certificate or a master’s degree in business administration and one year of relevant professional experience; or possession of a CPA certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy.

Salary and Area Differentals

The minimum salary for IT Auditor, the entry level classification, is $52,008. There is a $4,752 annual area differential for official headquarters assignments in Miami‑Dade and Palm Beach Counties and a $1,776 annual area differential for official headquarters assignments in Lee, Sarasota, Hillsborough, Orange, and St. Lucie Counties. Individuals possessing a CPA certificate accepted by the Florida State Board of Accountancy, a CISA certificate, or qualifying work experience may be employed at above the entry level.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1‑866‑663‑4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.