ERS is seeking an Audit Lead to serve as an engagement lead responsible for planning, directing, and executing engagements across the internal audit function, including operational, financial, compliance, and technologyrelated engagements. This position requires a strong understanding of information technology risks and controls and the ability to evaluate technologyrelated risks as part of broader audit engagements, as well as lead information technology audits when assigned. While dedicated information technology audits may comprise only a portion of the position's assignments, the Audit Lead is expected to apply IT audit knowledge across a variety of engagements where technology, systems, cybersecurity, data, or automated controls are relevant. This position leads the daytoday work of assigned engagement teams, applies sound riskbased judgment across a range of subject matter areas, and is accountable for the quality and timeliness of the engagements they lead. The Audit Lead may also be assigned engagements requiring specialized knowledge, or the ability to develop sufficient knowledge, in areas such as investments and healthcare. Work is highly advanced (seniorlevel) and performed under minimal supervision from Internal Audit management, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.. Essential Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Audit Quality Plans and scopes assigned engagements based on risk assessment and engagement objectives Performs firstlevel review of staff workpapers, testing, and documentation to confirm sufficiency and quality of evidence obtained to support conclusions Applies working knowledge across relevant technical areas to identify risk and design appropriate audit procedures; coordinates with subjectmatter specialists when an engagement requires deeper technical expertise than the team holds Prepares or directs preparation of draft audit reports, ensuring findings are well supported, clearly communicated, and riskprioritized Applies the function's riskbased audit methodology and audit standards (IIA's Global Internal Audit Standards; GAO's Government Auditing Standards throughout the engagement Risk Analysis Exercises independent, sound judgment to resolve engagement issues without requiring direction from the Audit Manager Adapts engagement scope, methodology, or approach as new information or risk emerges during fieldwork Identifies when engagement issues, judgment calls, or emerging risks exceed their authority and escalates to the Audit Management appropriately Resource Management Allocates the engagement's assigned budget and schedule across team members and audit steps, prioritizing work based on risk within approved resource constraints Monitors engagement progress against budget and schedule, adjusting scope or resource allocation as risk and circumstances warrant Coordinates with the Audit Manager on engagement staffing, scope, and budget approval Technical Knowledge Maintains current technical and subjectmatter knowledge relevant to the function's audit universe, including emerging risks and regulatory changes Pursues and maintains relevant professional certifications and completes required continuing education Applies newly gained knowledge and skills to engagement work and shares relevant learning with the team Collaboration & Communication Serves as engagement lead, directing the daytoday work of staff auditors and other team members assigned to the engagement Coaches and develops staff auditors assigned to the engagement, providing feedback that builds their skills Communicates engagement results clearly to auditee management, maintaining productive working relationships while preserving audit objectivity and independence Tracks recommendation followup and implementation status for assigned engagements, keeping stakeholders appropriately informed Required Minimum Qualifications: application for employment must reflect how you meet each of the following minimum qualifications: 1.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, information technology, or a related field. Qualifying experience beyond the minimum required may substitute for education. 2.Five (5) years of experience in internal, external, or Information Technology auditing, or a related assurance/compliance field. 3.Three (3) years of experience as an audit project manager or team lead. Preferred Qualifications: Your application for employment should reflect how you meet the following preferred qualifications: 1.Active professional certification, such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA). 2.Information technology risk, systems, and controls (NIST Cybersecurity Framework, COBIT, ITIL). 3.Experience with data analytics or technologyassisted audit techniques. 4.Experience in public sector or governmental auditing. 5.Written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting audit results to management. PLEASE NOTE: All submissions should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, and a description of duties performed as related to the position you are applying for. Resumes lacking sufficient detail, such as a summary of experience in lieu of progression of work history may not meet minimum qualifications. Other Information: In accordance with state law, authorization for telework may not be awarded to an employee as a condition of hiring. As an agency process, new employees complete a 30 day fully onsite period before evaluation for a telework agreement. This position may require access to privileged, confidential, or sensitive data. ERS will conduct either a TXDPS or FBI criminal history check on all new hires. For more information about this policy inquiries can be made to [email protected]. Please note: Internal applicants in the same salary group and classification as the posted position are eligible to receive an increase in salary where applicable up to the posted maximum. Military Occupational Specialty Codes: Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with experience in the Military Occupational Specialty ( https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdf ) along with the minimum qualifications listed above may meet the minimum requirements and are highly encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources at [email protected] with questions or for additional information. How to Apply: Interested in joining the ERS team? Apply online through the CAPPS Careers website by completing and submitting the State of Texas Application for Employment. Please use the link below to create your CAPPS account and build your profile by selecting ¿New User.¿ https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=327& Once your profile is complete, click on ¿View All Jobs¿ to view available career opportunities and submit your application. Applications submitted through Work in Texas: If you apply for an ERS position via Work in Texas https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/Default.aspx , you will also need to complete a supplemental questions form. For more details, refer to the instructions in the email you receive. Please contact a Human Resources representative if you need assistance or require accommodation during the application process. Email: [email protected] Web: www.ers.texas.gov Relay Texas TDD: (800) 7352989 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/employeesretirementsystemoftexas/