Senior IT Auditor

Virginia Department of Human Resource Management

$88K — $117K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Auditing/Accounting or Information Systems.
  • 5 years of experience as an IT Auditor with knowledge of audit techniques.
  • Extensive understanding of internal controls and audit standards related to Lottery operations.
  • Proficiency in interpreting laws and regulations relevant to auditing.
  • Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities for policy review.
  • Exceptional communication skills for reporting and presentation.
  • Experience with audit software and computer systems.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and plan audit objectives and scope for assigned audits.
  • Conduct fieldwork and document audit results comprehensively.
  • Evaluate internal control effectiveness and perform testing.
  • Report audit findings to management with recommendations.
  • Consult on cybersecurity controls and attend governance meetings.
  • Assist in developing audit policies and annual plans.
  • Complete special projects and maintain audit knowledge through training.

Benefits

  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
  • Participation in security and governance meetings.
  • Working in a state agency focused on a critical community service.
  • Collaborative work environment with opportunities to impact policies and procedures.
  • Exposure to a variety of IT systems and processes.
Full Job Description
Senior IT Auditor

Job no:
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Richmond (City), Virginia
Categories: Information Technology, Audit and Finance

Title: Senior IT Auditor

Hiring Range: $88,001 - $117,600

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Virginia Lottery

Location: Virginia Lottery

Agency Website: www.valottery.com

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Lottery, an independent state agency, is currently seeking a Senior IT Auditor to join its Audit and Security team. This position is located in Richmond, Virginia.

The Senior IT Auditor will:

Plan assigned audits:
• Develop audit objectives and scope for assigned audits.
• Identify risks and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Develop audit programs and testing procedures based on audit objectives, risks, control assessments, state standards, and Lottery policies.
• Maintain compliance with Commonwealth IT Security Audit Standards, including reporting requirements and deadlines.

Perform audit test work:
• Conduct audit fieldwork and document result in work papers.
• Evaluate internal controls and perform audit testing using appropriate audit techniques and sampling methods.
• Use data analysis, observations, interviews, and transaction testing to assess control effectiveness.
• Test controls to evaluate the completeness, accuracy, and reliability of information.
• Submit audit documentation for management review in a timely manner.

Report audit findings and recommendations to management:
• Make recommended changes to policies, procedures, and controls based on audit results.
• Develop and document straightforward audit findings and corrective action recommendations.
• Communicate significant audit issues and concerns to the Internal Audit Manager.
• Obtain management responses to audit findings and collaborate with the auditee on developing final corrective action plans.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports that communicate audit results and corrective action plans.

Participate in security meetings as a consultant:
• Consult with management and system owners on information technology and cybersecurity controls, providing guidance on IT policies, standards, procedures, security practices, and compliance with applicable security and audit requirements.
• Participate in security and governance meetings with stakeholders and third-party vendors to provide an independent audit perspective.

Complete administrative work, training, special projects, reviews, or investigations assigned by Lottery Management:
• Assist with the development and maintenance of audit policies, procedures, manuals, and the annual audit plan.
• Maintain audit knowledge, skills, and professional certifications through continuing education and professional development.
• Complete special projects, reviews, investigations, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The person selected for this position will have:
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited 4-year college or university with major studies in Auditing/Accounting and/or Information Systems.
• Five years of experience as an Internal/External Information Technology Auditor with working knowledge of computer-assisted audit techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of internal control standards, generally accepted auditing standards, State and Federal regulations as they relate to Lottery operations, automated spreadsheets, database applications, data processing (including system design and documentation), and personal computers.
• Demonstrated ability to review functional areas and formulate applicable audit procedures.
• Proven ability to interpret applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Working knowledge of State and Federal information security standards and controls.
• Working knowledge of governance frameworks.
• Ability to evaluate controls over IT infrastructure, operating systems, network components, and business applications.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and use problem-solving techniques to generate recommendations to management, review and update policies and procedures, and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and listening skills; experience writing audit reports and presenting results to senior management.
• Proficiency in desktop applications such as, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint, as well as audit software (such as ACL, Pentana, TeamMate, etc.).
• Ability to use computer systems and applications in this highly automated environment.

A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Additional Considerations

Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) are preferred.

Experience with using audit management software preferred.

Information Security Audit experience:

Experience with use of query tools (i.e., ACL, Business Objects, SQL) to retrieve and analyze data; demonstrated knowledge of IT operating systems, internet, LAN, WAN, and database applications, and data processing (including system design and documentation).

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-692-7000

Email: N/A

Advertised: 19 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:

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