Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Discover why NCDIT is the ideal destination for your professional growth - Why Work for NCDIT. We currently have an opening for an Internal Auditor I The position is designated Statutory Exempt and is exempt from the State Human Resources Act. Discover why NCDIT is the ideal destination for your professional growth - Why Work for NCDIT. The Internal Auditor I will work in the Information Systems and Controls Section of Office of Internal Audit (OIA) to promote the achievement of agency objectives by using a systematic approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of DIT's governance, risk management and control processes.   Duties include, but are not limited, to: * Performing research activities and develop an understanding of the area under review * Planning, organizing and executing efficient risk-based audit programs and exercising limited judgment in evaluating audit results * Conducting interviews and documenting processes and procedures * Generating workpapers with sufficient, reliable, relevant and useful information to achieve engagement objectives and support audit conclusions * Communicating the results of assurance and consulting projects via audit workpapers, written reports and presentations to management * Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and performance improvement including education toward obtaining and maintaining IT and audit related certifications The Internal Auditor I position will operate within the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). This position will learn and apply practices and techniques in accordance with the IIA Standards (Red Book) with appropriate guidance and supervision.  About the Division The primary purpose of the Office of Internal Audit (OIA) is to provide management with independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve operations through analysis of the Department's various initiatives, programs, systems and projects. Audit services provided by OIA may include performance audits, compliance audits, financial audits, IT audits, special investigations, consultations, control assessments, data analytics and technical assistance.   About the Organization The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. NCDIT's mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable, high-speed internet. As NCDIT's services reach North Carolina residents from all backgrounds, we believe that our workforce should reflect the demographics of the state. The workforce is our most valuable asset to recognize, understand and meet the IT needs of our constituents across North Carolina. Our agency's culture is derived through the implementation of thoughtful, practical, innovative and data-driven strategies. We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace (Executive Order 92). NCDIT supports recent executive orders to address pay equity for women (Executive Order 93), establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care (Executive Order 95), and implement fair chance policies (Executive Order 158). NCDIT also has several initiatives designed to help past and current military personnel and their spouses find rewarding careers with us. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. Resumes/CVs are intended to be used as a complement to an application. Generally resumes/CVs are lacking the detail and breadth of an applicant's full education and work history so applicants should complete the application with more detail than what their resume contains to show that they meet both the Education Requirements and ALL Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below in order to qualify. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.  (Note: These links refer to Dept. of Public Safety process; this process is the same for Dept. of Information Technology.) To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following: * Demonstrated knowledge of internal and/or government auditing standards and principles such as the IIA Standards (Red Book), GAGAS (Yellow Book), GAAP or GAAS * Demonstrated knowledge of governance, risk management, internal controls, and/or laws and regulations * Demonstrated knowledge of data analytics tools and practices * Demonstrated knowledge of techniques utilized during internal audits or assessments Management Preferences: * Holding or pursuing professional designations such as CIA, CISA, CPA or CFE * Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST, COBIT, ISO, COSO, or Green Book * Experience using data analytics software such as ACL, IDEA, Power BI, or Tableau Some state job postings say you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor's degree in accounting or a discipline related to a program area within the agency, or an equivalent combination of education and experience The North Carolina Department of Information Technology (DIT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.   NCDIT uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill posted positions.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. * The Department of Information Technology will not accept "See Resume" or inserted text resumes in lieu of all work experience and education completed on the application. * Employment at NCDIT is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. * Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with your application. * Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.  * Applicants applying for positions that require specific coursework, must upload and attach a copy of the transcript with their application. * Applicants with relevant professional certifications to the posted job must attach proof of active certification along with the information in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. * If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. * If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency, and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members HYBRID/FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES: At NCDIT, we are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and flexible work environment, offering a hybrid remote work option for positions that are conducive to remote flexibility. If you do not currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned duty station, new hires are granted up to 120 days from their start date to relocate. This relocation ensures the ability to work onsite multiple days per week. If you're eager to contribute to a dynamic workplace, we encourage you to apply!    COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.  In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.   Some highlights include: * The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody's Investor's Service * Twelve (12) holidays/year * Fourteen (14) vacation days/year which increase as length of service increases and accumulate year-to-year * Twelve (12) sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely  * Longevity pay lump sum payout yearly based on length of service * 401K, 457, and 403(b) plans Learn more about employee perks/benefits: * Why Work For NC? * NC OSHR: Benefits * NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator To apply for this position, please click the "Apply" link above (on the Government Jobs website) or visit  https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/northcarolina to complete an on-line application. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status."  If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management.  If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.  If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact: NCDIT Human Resources Samika Lewis [email protected] For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.