Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the

TitleState Program Examiner 1, Systems State Program Examiner Trainee 2, Systems (SG-16) State Program Examiner Trainee 1, Systems (SG-14)(NYHELPS)

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 25%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 800 N. Pearl Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12204

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Do you want a career with a purpose that provides work/life balance? Apply today to join the Office of the New York State Comptroller.

No exam required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program:

Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under NY HELPS Program:

For appointment to the State Program Examiner (Systems) TRAINEE 1 you must have:
A bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems, or related IT field; criminal justice, economics, engineering; finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics AND 12 semester credit hours in information science or data processing.

For appointment to the State Program Examiner (Systems) TRAINEE 2 you must have:
A graduate degree or higher in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems, or related IT field; criminal justice, economics, engineering; finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics supplemented by 12 semester credit hours in information science or date processing AND 1 year of information technology experience.

For appointment to the State Program Examiner (Systems) 1 you must have:
A bachelors degree or higher in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems, or related IT field; criminal justice, economics, engineering; finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics supplemented by 12 credit hours in information science or data processing AND either a currently valid Certified Information Systems Auditor designation issued by I.S.A.C.A, or two years of appropriate information technology experience.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1, 52.6, or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.

For 70.1, 52.6, or 70.4 transfer to a State Program Examiner (Systems) 1, salary grade (SG)-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-16 or above. SG-14 or above for a Trainee 2, SG-12 or above for a Trainee 1, depending on qualifications.

To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)

Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.

Depending on qualifications, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year traineeship that leads to the full level SG-18 position.

55-b/c:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)

Duties Description • Performing audits and reviews of OSC’s information systems and technology in accordance with applicable auditing and Information Technology (IT) standards.
• To include NIST Cybersecurity Framework and the Center for Internet Security CIS Controls.
• Analyzing and evaluating management’s internal controls regarding the adequacy, effectiveness, security, integrity and efficiency of IT systems and technology.
• Performing general and application audits of various computer systems, operational practices and system development activities.
• Preparing for and participating in audit related meetings including scoping, opening and closing conferences.
• Utilizing automated workpaper software to document audit work performed including audit plans, risk/control matrices, audit programs, sampling plans, potential observations, and audit reports.
• Documenting the design of management’s controls via flowcharts and narratives and discussing this information with relevant management to ensure our documentation accurately captures the detailed process under audit as well as the key risks (to achieving the unit’s objectives), related key controls and any residual risks.
• Assessing the adequacy of the design of management’s controls, identifying control weaknesses, and developing recommendations designed to improve the design of the controls.
• Conducting detailed testing of management’s controls to determine the level of compliance with the design of the controls.
• Ensuring that audit work and the related supporting documentation comply with professional auditing standards and adequately support any conclusions reached.
• Clearing applicable supervisory coaching notes.
• Identifying, with management’s input, insightful recommendations for improving the function under audit.
• Preparing the initial draft of the proposed audit report for Internal Audit management.
• Keeping the Audit Supervisor or Manager adequately informed of the engagement status and any observations or potential issues.

Additional Comments Desired Competencies:
• Knowledge of general information technology controls, computer operations and security controls.
• Ability to organize audit assignments and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability.
• Self-motivated.

Telecommuting:
The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.
Reasonable Accommodation:
The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Jennifer Brantigan

Telephone (518)-474-1924

Fax (518)-486-6723

Email Address Jobs@osc.ny.gov

Address

Street Office of the New York State Comptroller, Division of Human Resources

110 State Street, 12th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12236

 

Notes on ApplyingSubmit a clear, concise cover letter and resume to https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/openings/state-program-examiner-1-trainees-systems/102408, no later than 04/01/2024.
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