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Maricopa County

Senior IT Auditor

Maricopa County, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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Posting Date 08/07/25

Application Deadline Open Until Filled

Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $75,500 - $92,372.80 annually Full Range: $75,500 - $109,250 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type Unclassified

Department Internal Audit

About the Position Are you a natural leader who likes to inspire and mentor others? Are you looking for a position that will take advantage of your attention to detail and knack for precision? Your skills may be an excellent resource for the Senior IT Auditor role with the Maricopa County Internal Audit Department! The Senior IT Auditor provides objective information on the County's system of internal controls to the Board of Supervisors so they can make informed decisions and protect the interests of County citizens. We'll count on you to perform engagement fieldwork such as conducting interviews/tests, gathering information/evidence, and reviewing financial statements/reports. Your role is essential as you'll determine whether County financial and accounting systems, information technology, departmental operations, programs, and contracts are compliant with federal and state laws, grant requirements, and County policies. If you're a detail-oriented audit professional with a passion for technology and a knack for continuous improvement, this is just the position for you. Apply today! Note: Relocation Assistance is not available. About Us We are a team of professionals that provides independent and objective assessments designed to add value and improve the County's operations. We help the County accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. To learn more about us, see our website: Maricopa County Internal Audit. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose

We support and pay for professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA), etc.

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance with teleworking work schedule options

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Employee discounts for goods and services

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require Five years of professional auditing experience

One year of IT audit experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Computer Science, or a related field

Postgraduate degrees or professional-level-related experience may substitute for the education or experience on a year-for-year basis

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or other professional certification relevant to internal auditing

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

We Also Value Master's degree in a related field (e.g., Information Management, Computer Science, Business Administration)

Experience leading IT engagements

Experience developing written audit reports and formally presenting audit findings and recommendations

Job Contributions Demonstrates leadership in conducting complex engagements of the County financial and accounting systems, departmental operations, programs, and contracts under the direction of an Audit Supervisor

Demonstrates due professional care by considering the: extent of work needed to achieve engagement objectives

complexity and significance of engagement matters

adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes

Develops and documents a plan for each engagement including objectives, scope, timing, and resource allocations

Considers departmental strategies, objectives, and risks relevant to the engagement

Identifies sufficient information to achieve engagement objectives

Bases conclusions and engagement results on appropriate analysis and evaluations

Documents sufficient information to support engagement results and conclusions in accordance with department standards

Executes engagements with limited oversight from the Audit Supervisor including initial work paper review of assigned team members

Attends and leads engagement meetings and conferences if delegated

Executes department standardized engagement and administerial practices and encourage the same of team members

Demonstrates a solutions-oriented mind set by identifying and presenting potential solutions

Provides training, coaching, and mentorship to team members

Demonstrates project management capabilities that achieve results and complete tasks in established timeframes and helping the team do the same.

Exhibits forward thinking ability by identifying potential obstacles and communicating those with the Audit Supervisor

Seeks opportunities for economy/efficiency of County departments' operations

Performs other duties as delegated by an Audit Supervisor and/or Audit Manager

Working Conditions Work is performed in an office environment, and teleworking from home

Travel may be required in and around Maricopa County (not out of state)

Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now!