THE POSITION Are you an auditor with Information Technology experience looking for a satisfying career in public service? If so, the Pennsylvania State Employees' Retirement System (SERS) has the job for you! We are seeking a professional and detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Senior IT Auditor. If this opportunity interests you, SERS invites you to apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK The Senior IT Auditor will be responsible for planning, executing, and leading complex audits of SERS IT systems, processes, and controls. The work involves assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of IT controls, compliance with relevant regulations and standards, and alignment with SERS policies. The Senior IT Auditor will be responsible for identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements to mitigate risks related to data security, system integrity, and operations. This role also requires evaluating the reliability of information systems, ensuring data protection measures are robust, and verifying IT practices support overall business objectives. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. About SERS: Established in 1923, SERS is one of the nation's oldest retirement plans for public employees and manages the pension benefits of nearly 240,000 employees and retirees for 98 public sector employers. In 2023, SERS paid about $3.9 billion in benefits and managed $36.4 billion in assets. A wealth of information is available at www.SERS.pa.gov. Our mission is to prepare our members and participants to achieve financial security in retirement. We achieve this through focusing on our mission, acting ethically and with integrity, empowering our members, embracing innovation, fostering life work balance, modeling an inclusive and respectful workplace, valuing and developing team members, collaborating, and finding joy in our work. SERS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified individuals to our team. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful work environment that fosters personal and professional growth, embraces the contributions of all team members, and values diversity in people, ideas, and experiences to achieve our highest potential. Work Schedule and Additional Information: * Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week, Monday through Friday. * A work schedule beginning and ending between 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, inclusive, with a half-hour or one-hour meal period will be considered, dependent on operational requirements. The requested work schedule may not end prior to 4:00 PM. * Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time, with occasional onsite visits as needed. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the work location specified on this job posting. * Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. * You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: * One year of experience as a Securities Accountant 2, Executive Senior Audit Specialist, or Audit Specialist 3 (commonwealth titles); or * Four years of professional accounting, financial auditing, or information technology auditing experience, and a bachelor's degree that includes or is supplemented by 18 college credits in accounting, finance, or information technology; or * An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes or is supplemented by 18 college credits in accounting, finance, or information technology. Other Requirements: * You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. * You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: * Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). * If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. * Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. * Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: * Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): * 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION * Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). * Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. * Your score is valid for this specific posting only. * You must provide complete and accurate information or: * your score may be lower than deserved. * you may be disqualified. * You may only apply/test once for this posting. * Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. * Eligibility rules apply. 01 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Securities Accountant 2, as an Executive Senior Audit Specialist, or as an Audit Specialist 3 for one or more years full-time? * Yes * No 02 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 03 Have you completed 18 or more semester college credits in accounting, finance, or information technology? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link. For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. * Yes * No 04 How many years of full-time professional accounting, financial auditing, or information technology auditing experience do you possess? * 4 years or more * 3 but less than 4 years * 2 but less than 3 years * 1 but less than 2 years * Less than 1 year * None 05 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 06 How much graduate coursework have you completed in accounting, finance, or a closely related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link. For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. * 30 credits or more * Less than 30 credits * None 07 CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page. * Yes 08 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - ANALYTICS Gathers and analyzes data related to internal controls to identify risks and trends, arrive at conclusions, and recommend changes for improvement. This analysis may be complemented by utilizing computer assisted audit tools to enter, access, or retrieve necessary financial information. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. * A. I have experience gathering and analyzing data to identify risks and trends. I was responsible for recommending changes for improvement based on my conclusions. * B. I have experience gathering and analyzing data to identify risks and trends. Someone else was responsible for recommending changes for improvement based on my analysis. * C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to strategic management, data analysis, information systems, or accounting systems. * D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 09 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. * The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. * Your experience gathering and analyzing data. * Your experience recommending changes. 10 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. * College/University * Course Title * Credits/Clock Hours 11 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - CONDUCTS AUDITS Completes audits and related engagements, such as agreed-upon procedures, performance and financial/related audits, and special reviews, under established criteria including applicable laws, policies, rules, and regulations. Completes audit related engagements, with deference to time budgets, to include the following planning, testing, and reporting duties: select the procedures and approach best suited to the assignment, perform risk assessments, participate in engagement planning meetings, apply and document sampling techniques, conduct entrance and exit conferences, and document testing in professional work papers which support issued report. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. * A. I have experience conducting audit and audit related engagements in accordance with established criteria. I was responsible for completing planning, testing, and reporting duties to ensure the accuracy of the final product. * B. I have experience conducting audit and audit related engagements in accordance with established criteria. I was responsible for completing planning, testing, and reporting duties; however, someone else was responsible for the final product. * C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing. * D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 12 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. * The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. * The actual duties you performed related to conducting audits. * Your level of responsibility. 13 CS-EDUCATION If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. * College/University * Course Title * Credits/Clock Hours 14 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - REPORTING Writes reports related to audit findings. Reports include information such as results of testing, compliance with rules and regulations, and current or potential risk. Makes recommendations for corrective action to identified deficiencies. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. * A. I have experience writing reports related to audit findings. I was responsible for the final document. * B. I have experience writing portions or sections of reports related to audit findings. I was responsible for compiling a portion of the document, but someone else was responsible for the final version. * C. I have experience writing documents NOT related to audit findings. * D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism. * E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 15 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. * The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. * The type(s) of documents you prepared. * Your level of responsibility. 16 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. * College/University * Course Title * Credits/Clock Hours Required Question Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov