The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is an integral part of the City’s evolving criminal justice system, participating in reform initiatives and strategies aimed to move the City towards the smallest jail system possible without compromising public safety. The DOC is solely responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors, volunteer and people in custody inside our jails. Importantly, safe jails enable DOC to providing people in custody with the tools and opportunities they need to successfully re-enter their communities. The DOC operates facilities and court commands across the five boroughs with over 9,500 diverse professionals and knowledge experts.
The NYC Department of Correction, Internal Audit Review Unit, evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the organization’s governance, risk management, and internal controls. The Internal Audit Review Unit also functions as the audit liaison to oversight bodies such as the City and State Comptroller, the City’s External Auditors, and the Mayor’s Office of Risk Management and Compliance. Other responsibilities include U.S Department of Justice Single Audit compliance, NYC Comptroller Directive 1, and the Mayor’s Management Report Internal Control Statement.
The Information Technology (IT) Auditor will be responsible for performing information technology, information security, operational compliance, and special projects. This position will participate in the risk assessment process to identify the key areas requiring review and perform the planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases of an audit engagement. This role requires timely delivery of high-quality work product. The IT Auditor evaluates the adequacy of internal controls and operational effectiveness accuracy in compliance with all applicable directives and regulations. Also, the IT Auditor should bring expertise and insights into the planning and execution of audits with solid understanding to accomplish the objectives of the functions and overall business.
The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include the following:
• Plan and execute risk-based IT audit programs, to assess the design and effectiveness of
key technology controls for applications, systems, and processes
• Understand and incorporate elements of post-audit corrective actions into future planning and risk assessments
• Conducting meetings, walkthroughs, process maps, and create sufficient audit workpapers to
support findings and recommendations.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology controls throughout the business cycle
• Evaluate logical Access processes including SOD (segregation of duties), privilege user,
granting, authorization and revocation of access (roles and permissions) to applications and systems
• Perform testing, document test results, identify observations and findings as applicable, and work
with internal staff to design corrective actions that mitigate risk and ultimately add value.
• Change management
• Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process
• Identify process improvement opportunities or best practices to strengthen the internal
control environment including cost saving opportunities
• Follow up periodically with the auditees to determine implementation of prior audit recommendations
• Liaison between IT consultants and clients during IT engagements
• Work on special projects as assigned
• Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding rules, regulations, best practices,
tools, techniques, performance standards and incorporate training into your work.
• Perform administrative responsibility including but not limited to scheduling meetings,
preparing presentations, etc.
• Assist in financial and operational internal audits
Minimum Qual Requirements
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in accounting, including one course each in: advanced accounting, auditing, and cost accounting; and one of the following:
(A) one year of full-time satisfactory experience in management auditing, financial auditing, and/or information technology (IT) auditing; or
(B) a valid Certified Public Accountant license issued by the New York State Education Department; or
(C) a valid Certified Internal Auditor certificate issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA); or
2. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above. Education and/or experience may be substituted as follows:
(A) two years of full-time satisfactory experience in financial or managerial accounting may be substituted for the one year of experience described in “1(A)” above;
(B) undergraduate or graduate credits from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in management, computer science, public administration, and/or business administration may be substituted for up to 9 semester credits in accounting, on a credit for credit basis.
However, all candidates must have a baccalaureate degree including or supplemented by 15 semester credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting, auditing, and cost accounting, and one of the following: at least one year of the experience described in “1(A)” above or its equivalent; or a Certified Public Accountant license; or a Certified Internal Auditor certificate, as described in “1(B)” or “1(C)” above.
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, at least one year of experience as a Management Auditor – Assignment I or at least two years of experience in management auditing, financial auditing, and/or information technology (IT) auditing.
Preferred Skills
• Professional qualification (e.g., CISA)
• Proficiency with data analytic and/or data extraction tools.
• Error Handling and Reconciliation controls (data migration, integration, and conversions)
• Knowledge of Backup and Restore tools and processes
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.
• A working understanding of auditing, accounting, financial analysis and internal control procedures.
• Analytical and organizational skills, creativity, independent initiative and judgement, pays attention
to detail, and the ability to be a team players and interface will with others.
• Excellent report writing skills
Additional Information
Driver License Requirement: At the time of appointment to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
Field audits include working in Riker’s Island and borough jail facilities.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST CURRENTLY BE PERMANENT IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OF MANAGEMENT AUDITOR IN ORDER TO APPLY.
To Apply
For City Employees, please go to Employee Self Service (ESS), click on Recruiting Activities/Careers and Search for Job ID# 596269 listed above.
For all other applicants, please go to www.nyc.gov/jobs, go to Search for Open NYC Jobs and click on Non-Employee Login to search for Job ID# 596269 listed above.
55-a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Svc Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF .
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is not required for this position.
POSTING DATE
08/02/2023
POST UNTIL
09/01/2023
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.