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Staff Auditor II – Information Technology

Augusta , Maine , United States | Office of the State Auditor | Full-time | Partially remote

Apply by: June 17, 2025

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Office of the State Auditor

Staff Auditor II – Information Technology

*Anticipated Vacancy*

Opening Date: June 3, 2025

Closing Date: June 17, 2025

Job Class Code: 0769

Grade: 25

Administrative Unit: Professional/ Technical

Salary Range: $55,637.09 – $78,032.29 *Salary includes a 2.25% stipend*

Minimum starting salary established at $63,612.59 annually

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 an IT Staff Auditor II, you will conduct independent and objective audits of information technology systems that support the State of Maine’s financial reporting and compliance with Federal program regulations.

Job Duties of a Staff Auditor II – Information Technology (IT) position with the Office of the State Auditor:

• Act as the external independent auditor conducting information technology (IT) audits of information systems used by Maine State government agencies.

• Employees in this classification work as part of a team to conduct IT audits of general and application controls used by State government. Work is performed under supervision by Senior and Principal Auditors. Responsibilities include:

+ Providing support to lead auditors by assisting in the planning, designing and performance of IT audit work in support of the annual financial and compliance audit of the State of Maine, conducted in accordance with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), and the Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM).

+ Identifying operational risks based on testing of information technology controls established to provide assurance that State-administered programs are in compliance with Federal laws, regulations, contracts, and agreements.

+ Assisting in the development of written audit findings and recommendations based on IT control testing results.

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 the State’s annual Single Audit, comprised of the financial statement and Federal 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.

Knowledge of IT auditing standards, principles, techniques, methodologies, standards, and practices promulgated by the U.S. GAO, FISCAM and the Information System Audit and Control Association (ISACA).

+ Ability to communicate effectively and participate in working with a team of auditors.

+ Ability to develop an understanding of agency policies, procedures and goals, and research and interpret Federal and State laws, rules, and regulations, compliance requirements, and auditing standards.

+ Ability to conduct information technology control audits of governmental entities.

+ Ability to analyze and interpret organizational procedures, workflow, and functions; business and management systems and processes; technical system design logic; and methods used by electronic systems to store and process information.

+ Ability to apply data extraction and analysis techniques and analyze results.

+ Ability to secure facts through investigation.

+ Ability to develop testing strategies in order to verify electronic systems’ functionality

+ Ability to conclude whether agency IT controls meet requirements based on audit testing results.

+ Ability to prepare audit findings and recommend appropriate corrective action.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and/or Management Information Systems-OR-Four (4) years equivalent combination of education, training, and/or progressively responsible professional experience in a related field that demonstrates a thorough knowledge of IT systems audits.

BENEFITS:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

+ Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.

+ Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

+ Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by up to 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .

+ Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).

+ Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes a percentage of 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 month to offset this expense.

+ Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket 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 the Federal Student Aid office .

+ Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

+ Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/workplace-posters) .

+ Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/benefits/Saving\_for\_Retirement) through payroll deductions.

Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration, and certifications.

*If you require a paper application or have general questions, please contact Bobbie via email at [email protected]

There’s a job and then there’s purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

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 you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.