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Senior Auditor - Information Technology

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$63,490.96–$89,650.60
SKILLS
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Analysis Skills, Auditing, Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Data Analysis, Federal Compliance Regulations, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Audit, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Government, Government Grants, Government Standards, ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association), Information Systems/Technology IS/IT Administration, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information Technology/Systems Audit, Leadership, Legal Research, Maintain Compliance, Operating Systems, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Research Skills, Risk Analysis, State Government, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Research, Technical Support, Testing, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
LOCATION
Augusta, Maine
POSTED
5 days ago
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Office of the State Auditor

Senior Auditor - Information Technology

Opening Date: 5/14/26
Closing Date: until filled
Job Class Code: 0770
Grade: 27
Administrative Unit: Supervisory
Salary Range: $63,490.96 - $89,650.60 *Salary includes a 2.50% stipend* Minimum starting salary established at $73,063.64 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 a Senior Auditor, 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 Senior Auditor - Information Technology (IT) position with the Office of the State Auditor:

The IT Senior Auditor provides technical and audit support by assisting in the planning, designing and performance of audit assignments in accordance with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Information System Audit and Control Association (ISACA), and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidance. The IT Senior Auditor provides guidance on the proper interpretation and practical application of those principles. The daily responsibilities of an IT Senior Auditor include:
  • performing audits, analysis, and testing of information technology controls used by organizational units of State government. This work is conducted across all layers of computing environments, including physical, operating system, database, network, and application layers, as well as end-user processes and security.
  • providing direct supervision to staff auditors by reviewing work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to professional IT auditing standards;
  • researching laws and regulations to ensure proper administration of information technology systems used to operate State and Federal programs;
  • providing technical assistance to Senior Leadership and financial and program auditors
  • acting as a resource for State agency personnel through identification of risks based on testing of technology controls established to provide assurance that State-administered programs comply with Federal laws, regulations, contracts, and agreements

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.

The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:
  • Knowledge of IT auditing standards, principles, techniques, methodologies, and practices promulgated by the U.S. GAO, AICPA, ISACA, and NIST.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and lead a team, including planning, assigning, and overseeing procedures to fulfill audit objectives.
  • Ability to interpret complex agency policies, procedures, and goals for audit planning purposes.
  • Ability to conduct complex information technology control audits.
  • Ability to apply, analyze and interpret data extraction and data analytics techniques, form conclusions, and coordinate action plans based on results.
  • Ability to research and interpret technology-related State and Federal laws, regulations, rules, and compliance requirements.

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