Fairfax County, VA
Information Systems Auditor (Auditor IV)
Fairfax County, VA, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
Salary :
$83,009.89 - $138,349.74 Annually Location :
FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA Job Type:
FT Salary W BN Job Number:
25-01689 Department:
County Executive Opening Date:
09/06/2025 Closing Date:
9/26/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade:
S28 Posting Type:
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
We are seeking candidates with significant, demonstrable experience in IT auditing and data analytics. This person should have experience in planning and conducting information systems audits of IT infrastructure, applications, security protocols, and data management practices to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, information technology contract requirements and industry standards.
The position works as an auditor with various departments and county IT professionals to gather information regarding the IT infrastructure, applications, and/or policies and standards. Performs detailed risk assessments of information systems and technology, conducting control testing to ensure adherence to established security policies, and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of key IT controls. Provides practical insights and recommendations for improvement in application design, functionality, security, performance and leveraging new technologies such as Gen AI effectively. Lastly, could serve as a technical consultant and provide advice on internal controls for current and planned IT systems and applications.
The auditor should have general business knowledge as they will also work on operational audits in areas such as revenue and purchasing, management advisory services, and investigations. Additionally, should be proactive in maintaining specialized technical expertise and staying informed of emerging IT risks, technologies, and changes affecting information technology and auditing standards.
The position provides the Internal Audit Office staff with support on help desk issues, implementing new county application tools, performing system administrator duties for audit management software and ensuring the office complies with county information security requirements.
The successful candidate must have the ability to build strong working relationships, collaborate with individuals with diverse knowledge of information technology, stay up to date on new technologies affecting the county, and effectively present results concisely and descriptively through verbally and written reports containing data visualization to all levels of management.
Note: This position is eligible for scheduled telework as permissible by the county telework policy which allows for a hybrid environment of in office and telework days. Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)
Acts as consultant in systems planning, design, and implementation ensuring effective use of control techniques and efficient use of resources; Plans the scope of an audit, performs risk assessment, and develops a risk-based fieldwork audit program; Evaluates procedures and preparations for system backup and reconstruction, and business continuity; Examines and analyzes automated files, records, and other documentation of existing systems to determine accuracy and compliance with County policies, procedures, and standards; Tests transactions and reviews system specifications to ensure that controls are adequate and operational; Advises Internal Audit staff in uses and techniques of the computer as an audit tool; Presents oral and written reports to management, communicating findings and recommendations; Plans and conducts all phases of computer system audits (of both hardware and software), including security, data integrity, and industry standards; Analyzes complex department operations for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with policies and procedures; Conducts investigative audits to examine allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse; Evaluates department responses to audit reports; Performs assigned follow-up audits of department action plans; Performs quality control reviews of other staff members' workpapers. Directs, monitors, and supervises assigned audits and projects; Counsels and guides lower level auditors on assigned projects; Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all inclusive list.)
Thorough knowledge of computer data and system security; Thorough knowledge of the design and testing of computer applications controls; Thorough knowledge of client server, Windows, and network controls; Thorough knowledge of information systems general controls; Thorough knowledge of data extraction and analysis software tools; Thorough knowledge of internal auditing standards, procedures, techniques, and internal control; Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting principles, methods, and practices; Thorough knowledge of management principles, methods, and practices; Ability to effectively use personal computers and common software, i.e., word processing, spreadsheet, and flowcharting; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Ability to problem solve and analyze complex County operations; Ability to plan work, develop audit methodology, and complete assignments within established deadlines; Ability to work independently within established policies, procedures, and guidelines; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with all levels, including senior management.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, information systems, or related a field with major course work in accounting, auditing, finance, information systems and/or computer science; plus four years of professional experience in information systems or auditing.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: MUST POSSESS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC); Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC); Certified Cloud Security Profession (CCSP) Microsoft Certified; Power BI Data Analyst Associate; or CompTIA Data Analytics Plus Certification.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
2-3 years of information systems auditing experience. Government auditing experience. Strong communication skills and experience writing official correspondence and memoranda, preparing presentations, preparing official written reports, and leading and/or facilitating meetings. Strong computer skills including high proficiency with Electronic Workpapers/Automated workflow systems, Microsoft Office Suite applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, and MS Teams. Experience in performing data analytics. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and prioritize multiple tasks. Experience and ability to analyze complex IT processes and to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of the process and related control.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Typical office-related duties. Work is generally sedentary. However, employee may be required to do some walking, standing, bending and carrying of items less than 25 pounds in weight. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise. Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
#LI-JY1 Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Group Term Life Insurance Long Term Disability LiveWell Program Flexible Spending Programs Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!) Paid Holidays Contributory Retirement Plan Deferred Compensation Employee Assistance Program Employees' Child Care Center Continuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:
For additional details please visit the Non-Merit Positions Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Flexible Spending Program Deferred Compensation
Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
No benefits
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
Less than 12th grade High school diploma or GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree
02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.
Less than 45 quarter hours 45 to less than 90 quarter hours 90 to less than 135 quarter hours 135 to less than 180 quarter hours 180 or more quarter hours Less than 30 semester hours 30 to less than 60 semester hours 60 to less than 90 semester hours 90 to less than 120 semester hours 120 or more semester hours Not applicable
03
Please indicate your area(s) of study or major(s)/minor(s) towards a degree. Check all that apply.
Information systems Data analytics Finance Accounting Business administration Public administration Computer science Other (related field) Other (non-related field) Not Applicable
04
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable". 05
Have you completed major course work in accounting, auditing, finance, information systems, and/or computer science?
Yes No
06
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate which areas you completed major course work. Check all that apply.
Accounting Auditing Finance Information systems Computer science None of the above
07
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience in information systems or auditing do you possess?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six to less than seven years Seven to less than eight years Eight years or more
08
Please indicate which of the following certifications you possess. Check all that apply.
CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control) CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC) Certified Cloud Security Profession (CCSP) Microsoft Certified Power BI Data Analyst Associate CompTIA Data Analytics Plus Certification. Other None of the above
09
If you selected "Other" for the previous question, please specify certification(s) below. If not applicable to you, type "Not applicable". 10
How many years of full-time equivalent Information Systems auditing experience do you have?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
11
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have performing operational, financial or program, internal controls reviews and/or internal audits?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
12
How many years of full-time equivalent government auditing experience do you have?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
13
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have performing data analytics?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
14
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have analyzing complex IT processes and to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of the process and related control?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
15
Which of the following communication activities do you possess? Check all that apply.
Writing official correspondence and memoranda Preparing presentations Preparing official written reports Leading and/or facilitating meetings None of the above
16
Please Indicate your level of proficiency with Electronic Workpapers/Automated Workflow systems.
Beginner (Basic Knowledge of software, but not used significantly for work) Intermediate (Have used such software for work but was not fully integrated for all work) Advanced (Such software was fully integrated in performing work) No experience
17
Please indicate your level of proficiency with data analytics tools.
Beginner (Basic knowledge of creating a worksheet; performing calculations in a worksheet; modifying and formatting a worksheet; printing workbook contents) Intermediate (Knowledge of inserting and modifying graphic objects in a worksheet; customizing and enhancing workbooks; analyzing data using Pivot Tables, Slicers, and Pivot Charts) Advanced (Extensive knowledge of increasing productivity and improving efficiency by streamlining workflow; collaborating with others using workbooks; auditing worksheets; analyzing data; working with multiple workbooks; importing and exporting data, using Excel with the web) No experience
18
Are you proficient in any of the following Microsoft Office Suite applications? Check all that apply.
Outlook (Composing email messages; sending and receiving email messages; organizing email messages into folders; managing contacts; scheduling appointments & meetings, managing tasks) Word (Knowledge of common functions such as creating a title; using, modifying, and creating styles; indenting paragraphs; using tabs and tables; inserting a hard page break; using page numbering; creating headers and footers; inserting graphics; adding comments and tracking changes) PowerPoint (Creating a template and working with a design template; working with graphics, animation and multimedia; building interactive presentations using hyperlinks) Excel (Basic knowledge of creating a worksheet; performing calculations in a worksheet; modifying and formatting a worksheet; printing workbook contents; creating and modifying pivot tables; using formulas and links to other cells/worksheets) None of the above
Required Question
$83,009.89 - $138,349.74 Annually Location :
FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA Job Type:
FT Salary W BN Job Number:
25-01689 Department:
County Executive Opening Date:
09/06/2025 Closing Date:
9/26/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade:
S28 Posting Type:
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
We are seeking candidates with significant, demonstrable experience in IT auditing and data analytics. This person should have experience in planning and conducting information systems audits of IT infrastructure, applications, security protocols, and data management practices to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, information technology contract requirements and industry standards.
The position works as an auditor with various departments and county IT professionals to gather information regarding the IT infrastructure, applications, and/or policies and standards. Performs detailed risk assessments of information systems and technology, conducting control testing to ensure adherence to established security policies, and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of key IT controls. Provides practical insights and recommendations for improvement in application design, functionality, security, performance and leveraging new technologies such as Gen AI effectively. Lastly, could serve as a technical consultant and provide advice on internal controls for current and planned IT systems and applications.
The auditor should have general business knowledge as they will also work on operational audits in areas such as revenue and purchasing, management advisory services, and investigations. Additionally, should be proactive in maintaining specialized technical expertise and staying informed of emerging IT risks, technologies, and changes affecting information technology and auditing standards.
The position provides the Internal Audit Office staff with support on help desk issues, implementing new county application tools, performing system administrator duties for audit management software and ensuring the office complies with county information security requirements.
The successful candidate must have the ability to build strong working relationships, collaborate with individuals with diverse knowledge of information technology, stay up to date on new technologies affecting the county, and effectively present results concisely and descriptively through verbally and written reports containing data visualization to all levels of management.
Note: This position is eligible for scheduled telework as permissible by the county telework policy which allows for a hybrid environment of in office and telework days. Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)
Acts as consultant in systems planning, design, and implementation ensuring effective use of control techniques and efficient use of resources; Plans the scope of an audit, performs risk assessment, and develops a risk-based fieldwork audit program; Evaluates procedures and preparations for system backup and reconstruction, and business continuity; Examines and analyzes automated files, records, and other documentation of existing systems to determine accuracy and compliance with County policies, procedures, and standards; Tests transactions and reviews system specifications to ensure that controls are adequate and operational; Advises Internal Audit staff in uses and techniques of the computer as an audit tool; Presents oral and written reports to management, communicating findings and recommendations; Plans and conducts all phases of computer system audits (of both hardware and software), including security, data integrity, and industry standards; Analyzes complex department operations for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with policies and procedures; Conducts investigative audits to examine allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse; Evaluates department responses to audit reports; Performs assigned follow-up audits of department action plans; Performs quality control reviews of other staff members' workpapers. Directs, monitors, and supervises assigned audits and projects; Counsels and guides lower level auditors on assigned projects; Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all inclusive list.)
Thorough knowledge of computer data and system security; Thorough knowledge of the design and testing of computer applications controls; Thorough knowledge of client server, Windows, and network controls; Thorough knowledge of information systems general controls; Thorough knowledge of data extraction and analysis software tools; Thorough knowledge of internal auditing standards, procedures, techniques, and internal control; Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting principles, methods, and practices; Thorough knowledge of management principles, methods, and practices; Ability to effectively use personal computers and common software, i.e., word processing, spreadsheet, and flowcharting; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Ability to problem solve and analyze complex County operations; Ability to plan work, develop audit methodology, and complete assignments within established deadlines; Ability to work independently within established policies, procedures, and guidelines; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with all levels, including senior management.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, information systems, or related a field with major course work in accounting, auditing, finance, information systems and/or computer science; plus four years of professional experience in information systems or auditing.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: MUST POSSESS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC); Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC); Certified Cloud Security Profession (CCSP) Microsoft Certified; Power BI Data Analyst Associate; or CompTIA Data Analytics Plus Certification.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
2-3 years of information systems auditing experience. Government auditing experience. Strong communication skills and experience writing official correspondence and memoranda, preparing presentations, preparing official written reports, and leading and/or facilitating meetings. Strong computer skills including high proficiency with Electronic Workpapers/Automated workflow systems, Microsoft Office Suite applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, and MS Teams. Experience in performing data analytics. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and prioritize multiple tasks. Experience and ability to analyze complex IT processes and to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of the process and related control.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Typical office-related duties. Work is generally sedentary. However, employee may be required to do some walking, standing, bending and carrying of items less than 25 pounds in weight. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise. Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
#LI-JY1 Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Group Term Life Insurance Long Term Disability LiveWell Program Flexible Spending Programs Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!) Paid Holidays Contributory Retirement Plan Deferred Compensation Employee Assistance Program Employees' Child Care Center Continuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:
For additional details please visit the Non-Merit Positions Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Flexible Spending Program Deferred Compensation
Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
No benefits
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
Less than 12th grade High school diploma or GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree
02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.
Less than 45 quarter hours 45 to less than 90 quarter hours 90 to less than 135 quarter hours 135 to less than 180 quarter hours 180 or more quarter hours Less than 30 semester hours 30 to less than 60 semester hours 60 to less than 90 semester hours 90 to less than 120 semester hours 120 or more semester hours Not applicable
03
Please indicate your area(s) of study or major(s)/minor(s) towards a degree. Check all that apply.
Information systems Data analytics Finance Accounting Business administration Public administration Computer science Other (related field) Other (non-related field) Not Applicable
04
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable". 05
Have you completed major course work in accounting, auditing, finance, information systems, and/or computer science?
Yes No
06
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate which areas you completed major course work. Check all that apply.
Accounting Auditing Finance Information systems Computer science None of the above
07
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience in information systems or auditing do you possess?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six to less than seven years Seven to less than eight years Eight years or more
08
Please indicate which of the following certifications you possess. Check all that apply.
CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control) CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC) Certified Cloud Security Profession (CCSP) Microsoft Certified Power BI Data Analyst Associate CompTIA Data Analytics Plus Certification. Other None of the above
09
If you selected "Other" for the previous question, please specify certification(s) below. If not applicable to you, type "Not applicable". 10
How many years of full-time equivalent Information Systems auditing experience do you have?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
11
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have performing operational, financial or program, internal controls reviews and/or internal audits?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
12
How many years of full-time equivalent government auditing experience do you have?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
13
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have performing data analytics?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
14
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have analyzing complex IT processes and to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of the process and related control?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
15
Which of the following communication activities do you possess? Check all that apply.
Writing official correspondence and memoranda Preparing presentations Preparing official written reports Leading and/or facilitating meetings None of the above
16
Please Indicate your level of proficiency with Electronic Workpapers/Automated Workflow systems.
Beginner (Basic Knowledge of software, but not used significantly for work) Intermediate (Have used such software for work but was not fully integrated for all work) Advanced (Such software was fully integrated in performing work) No experience
17
Please indicate your level of proficiency with data analytics tools.
Beginner (Basic knowledge of creating a worksheet; performing calculations in a worksheet; modifying and formatting a worksheet; printing workbook contents) Intermediate (Knowledge of inserting and modifying graphic objects in a worksheet; customizing and enhancing workbooks; analyzing data using Pivot Tables, Slicers, and Pivot Charts) Advanced (Extensive knowledge of increasing productivity and improving efficiency by streamlining workflow; collaborating with others using workbooks; auditing worksheets; analyzing data; working with multiple workbooks; importing and exporting data, using Excel with the web) No experience
18
Are you proficient in any of the following Microsoft Office Suite applications? Check all that apply.
Outlook (Composing email messages; sending and receiving email messages; organizing email messages into folders; managing contacts; scheduling appointments & meetings, managing tasks) Word (Knowledge of common functions such as creating a title; using, modifying, and creating styles; indenting paragraphs; using tabs and tables; inserting a hard page break; using page numbering; creating headers and footers; inserting graphics; adding comments and tracking changes) PowerPoint (Creating a template and working with a design template; working with graphics, animation and multimedia; building interactive presentations using hyperlinks) Excel (Basic knowledge of creating a worksheet; performing calculations in a worksheet; modifying and formatting a worksheet; printing workbook contents; creating and modifying pivot tables; using formulas and links to other cells/worksheets) None of the above
Required Question