IT AUDITOR (OFFICE OF THE COUNTY AUDITOR)

Cook County • Chicago, IL

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Support the design, planning, and implementation of information technology (IT) audit programs informed by documented risk assessments. Assist in planning IT assignments and provide IT guidance and support applicable to technology across all audits. Conduct comprehensive reviews of IT systems and processes to identify potential risks and control weaknesses. Document findings, prepare audit reports, and support the communication of results to County bureau/department heads and senior leadership. Monitor recommendations to ensure successful implementation of corrective actions. Escalate any issues potentially impacting the quality or completion of assignments. Collaborate with IT professionals and stakeholders to support the implementation of IT audits and cybersecurity best practices across the County. Help 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 of Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAAT) for all audits.

Requirements

• 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 and
• Two (2) years as an IT Auditor or directly related experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Knowledge and experience of applying internal audit standards, IT risk assessment and governance frameworks, and cybersecurity standards (NIST, COBIT, ISO, and COSO).
• Knowledge and experience applying the Government Accountability Office’s Yellow Book and the Institute of Internal Auditor’s Redbook standards.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations relating to IT operations, records, and auditing.
• Skill in organizing information in a logical manner to support audit results.
• Ability to balance multiple competing projects 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.
• Skilled in the Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, planning, and implementation of information technology (IT) audit programs informed by documented risk assessments.
• Assist in planning IT assignments and provide IT guidance and support applicable to technology across all audits.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of IT systems and processes to identify potential risks and control weaknesses.
• Document findings, prepare audit reports, and support the communication of results to County bureau/department heads and senior leadership.
• Monitor recommendations to ensure successful implementation of corrective actions.
• Escalate any issues potentially impacting the quality or completion of assignments.
• Collaborate with IT professionals and stakeholders to support the implementation of IT audits and cybersecurity best practices across the County.
• Help 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 of Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAAT) for all audits.

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)
• For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees