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IT Auditor
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Position Number: 5899170
Location: El Paso, TX
Position Type: Business - Accounting

IT Auditor

Job ID: 12498
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: $RegTemp

About UTEP

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

About the Office of Audit and Consulting Services

The Office of Auditing and Consulting Services (OACS) reports administratively to the President and functionally to the University's Internal Audit Committee.

The OACS staff is composed of auditors with varying levels of experience in operational, compliance, financial, and information systems auditing. The auditors participate in universally recognized professional associations and certification programs. The auditors are also required to earn continuing education credits in subjects relevant to the services provided by the OACS.

The OACS is responsible for independently reviewing management's disposition for administrative and accounting controls. When necessary, the auditors will recommend changes to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness.

The OACS interacts with every college, department, and division of UTEP. The auditors take pride in their work and ensure the safekeeping and confidentiality of all records and information used during the course of an audit.

Mission

To provide an independent, objective, assurance and consulting activity designed to ensure the adequacy and effectiveness of UTEP's financial and operational controls through continuous examination and evaluation. To support UTEP in accomplishing its mission by bringing a systematic, disciplined, approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes.

Vision

To be a dynamic, and responsive auditing and consulting resource that benefits the University and its community by adding value through improving processes and operations, as well as offering advice and assistance to help our clients achieve their goals.

Position Information

Hiring Department: Office of Auditing and Consulting Services

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Required Application Materials:

Resume
Cover Letter
List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

Summary: Provide IT skills for the review of data processing systems, controls and operations and perform I/T auditing assignments in accordance with established State and university regulations.

Essential Functions

Assumes responsibility for IT audits.

Applies various audit procedures including preparation of internal control questionnaires and audit programs.

Plans and conducts audit work on assigned audits.

Reviews systems, transactions, documents, records, reports, and methods for accuracy and effectiveness.

Applies and assists others in the use of computer-aided techniques.

Prepares acceptable working papers to record and summarize data on the assigned audit projects.

Prepares findings and recommendations for inclusion in audit reports.

Participates as an advisor in the design and development of new information systems and major enhancements to existing systems.

Provides a wide range of computer support to the office and audit staff.

Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Computer Science or related area of responsibility from four-year college or university.

and

Experience: 2 (two) years IT-related experience preferably with a government agency. Must have knowledge and proficiency in computer skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience and knowledge of PeopleSoft, Banner, Microsoft 365, Teams, and Zoom.

Certifications: One or more of the following certifications is preferred, but not required:

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

NOTE: Will reimburse test fees, study materials, and license fees, and provide required CPE.

Additional Information

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 10 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

To apply, visit https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=12498&PostingSeq=1