Information System Auditor

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WHO ARE WE?

We are the independent oversight arm of the California State Legislature and the custodians of California’s Whistle blower Hotline. Our mission is to provide objective evaluations and effective solutions that enhance the transparency, accountability, and performance of California government for the people it serves. We are trusted to produce unbiased, nonpartisan reports that provide recommendations to solve some of our state’s toughest problems.

At the California State Auditor’s Office, we believe that our mission to enhance transparency, accountability, and performance of government also improves the lives of Californians. The many people helping us achieve such a mission are the backbone and heart of our organization. We aspire to create a workplace that celebrates their incredible contributions and talents, and embraces their unique perspectives, identities, and values.

We seek to develop an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and inspired in their commitment to public service.

As the Auditor Specialist II focused on information system control reviews, you are responsible for performing complex data analysis, as well as determining the adequacy of the general and application controls over a wide range of information systems. You develop and run sophisticated data analysis, develop and apply audit procedures to information systems applications, assess the reliability of computer-processed data, and assess compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and requirements.

You also function as a consultant to other Office staff and program managers on methods of analyzing data, testing systems and databases, and training on questions requiring information systems expertise. At times, you will perform peer reviews of data analytics code, as well as oversee the control review work of contractors, including reviewing contractors’ reports and work papers.

Specifically, you will:

• Write data analytics code to analyze large, complex data sets to answer audit questions.
• Gather, document, and analyze audit evidence related to information system controls to ensure the controls are suitably designed and operating effectively.
• Assess the reliability of computer-processed data, to ensure accurate answers to audit questions and supported recommendations.
• Share the methodology, results, and recommendations of audits through written documentation and verbal presentations.
• Obtain and organize information relevant to the audit in order to make informed analyses, decisions, and recommendations within budget and timeline expectations.
• Build cooperative working relationships with other audit staff, including providing technical guidance, to ensure cohesive teamwork and efficient audit processes.
• Assist in advising the office management on developing current trends and standards related to information systems technologies and audits.
• Review reports and work papers of contractors performing control reviews on behalf of the Office.

• You want to make a difference for Californians and future generations, and make sure California government is effectively serving its people.
• You are highly collaborative, solution-oriented, and a strong communicator.
• You have a strong work ethic and thrive when working under pressure.
• You possess the ability to reason logically and creatively and use a variety of analytical techniques to resolve problems.
• You desire a monthly salary range of $9,113-$11,982 as well as a longevity bonus.

• You have strong analytical and communication skills with demonstrated experience synthesizing information and communicating in a clear and concise manner.
• You have experience programming complex data analysis in R, or other programming languages, such as SAS, SQL, or Python.
• You have…