IT Internal Auditor

At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow’s energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career. ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future. JOB SUMMARY Evaluates processes, procedures, and internal controls over operations and IT processes, systems, and applications throughout the organization. Documents evaluations clearly, completely, and in accordance with internal auditing standards. JOB DUTIES Understands and applies principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and ERCOT's culture. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Impact is generally limited to specific assignments or projects. May respond to inquiries and/or provide assistance and/or guidance to lower level workers. ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES Level 1 Participates in audits at all levels of management and staff throughout the organization Reviews policies, procedures and other related documentation to obtain understanding of each area being audited Follows audit program with specific testing criteria to evaluate risks and controls within the audit area Ensures adequate internal controls are maintained by following up on prior audit recommendations Documents all work thoroughly and completely to support audit results. Adheres to the standards of the Internal Audit profession Assists with drafts, reports and other formal communications on the results of each audit with review by a Lead Auditor or the Director, Internal Audit Builds knowledge to achieve proficiency for conducting internal audits and business reviews independently Level 2 - Above Conducts audits with all levels of management and staff throughout the organization Identifies risks within each audit area Develops audit programs with specific testing criteria to evaluate risks and controls within the audit area Recommend improvements in procedures, processes and operations across the organization Draft and issues reports and other formal communications on the results of each audit Level Senior - Above Identifies risks within each audit area and may initiate investigations and audits to mitigate risk impacts and strengthen controls Review work papers for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to professional practices standards. If assigned by the Director of Internal Audit, monitors ERCOT’s standards of conduct and ethical relationships with market participants, stakeholders, regulators, suppliers, and employees Drafts and issues reports and other formal communications on the results of each audit Provides training to new employees and contractors along with refresher training for current employees about audit process, procedures, and proposed operational changes• Petitions management for investigations and audits to mitigate risk impacts and strengthen controls • Interfaces with external auditors when engaged to jointly review, evaluate and report findings on internal processes, controls, and business results Oversees report draft and editing, and reviewing work papers for accuracy that are done by more junior audit team members Participates on cross functional project teams or consulting activities utilizing operations and Information Technology principles, Standards, and controls. Has obtained specialized technical skills and competencies. Works on audits with diverse ambiguous scope requiring significant and complex data retrieval and analysis EXPERIENCE Level 2: Requires minimum 2 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements Level 2:: Requires minimum 2 years progressively responsible experience in auditing and a track record of proven experience in either successfully leading audits and ‘first time performed’ audits, or completing fieldwork on technical industry specific subject matter areas. Level Senor: Requires minimum 5 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements Level Senior: Requires minimum 5 years progressively responsible experience in auditing and a track record of proven experience in either successfully leading audits and ‘first time performed’ audits, or completing fieldwork on technical industry specific subject matter areas. Prefer experience auditing against IT governance frameworks, risk management, and control environments (e.g. NIST,ITIL, ISO, COSO) Prefer experience auditing information security, cloud technologies, Artificial Intelligence technologies, change and release management, configuration management, software licensing, identify and access management, disaster recovery, and cyber security Prefer knowledge of IT organizational structures, infrastructure, architecture, and technology stacks Prefer knowledge of databases, applications, storage, and networking processes and controls EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree: Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field is required (Required) or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required CERTIFICATION CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor (preferred) CIA Certified Internal Auditor (Preferred) CISM, Certified Information Security Manager (Preferred) CISSP, Certified Information System Security Professional (Preferred) WORK LOCATION – Taylor, TX: Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at minimum 2 days per week, or more, as needed based on the business needs as determined by management On-site schedules are flexible or may be rotated based on business needs as determined by the Manager Remote work is required to be performed from your Texas residence. Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time. ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law. Expected Salary Range: $84,283 - $143,296 The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages the flow of electric power to 27 million Texas customers - representing about 90 percent of the state's electric load. As the independent system operator for the region, ERCOT schedules power on an electric grid that connects more than 54,100 miles of transmission lines and 1,250 generating units. ERCOT also performs financial settlement for the competitive wholesale bulk-power market and administers retail switching for 8 million premises in competitive choice areas. ERCOT is a membership-based 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, governed by a board of directors and subject to oversight by the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas Legislature. ERCOT's members include consumers, cooperatives, generators, power marketers, retail electric providers, investor-owned electric utilities (transmission and distribution providers,) and municipal-owned electric utilities. ERCOT offers an excellent benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, long/short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, Section 125 Flexible Spending Account, and a Retirement Savings Plan. The medical, dental, vision, and quality-of-life benefits offered by ERCOT are second to none. Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in benefits on the first of the month following the date of hire. Additionally, 401(k) plans are available to help employees plan for the future. The ERCOT Internship Program provides college students the opportunity to develop their skills in a professional work environment. Each intern will receive unique projects and assignments that aim to solve real challenges facing the electric industry. ERCOT internships provide professional learning experiences that offer meaningful, practical work related to each student's desired career path. Eligible candidates should be enrolled in an academic bachelors or post graduate degree program maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The ERCOT Engineer Development Program (EDP) is a 12- to 16-month, self-paced program geared toward entry-level engineers looking to start a career in the power industry. Through the program, an EDP Engineer receives one-on-one mentoring, specialized training, and exposure to the work performed by each of the engineering groups at ERCOT. The program allows engineers to develop the fundamental skills necessary to reach their full potential while gaining an understanding of the types of engineering work ERCOT has to offer. EDP management supports participants each step of the way as they progress through the program. Upon completion, graduates are placed as full-time engineers within one of ERCOT’s engineering groups. The GMS Development Program (GDP) is designed to provide entry-level and early career professionals with the skills necessary to become successful Power System and Computer Engineers. The program, which is based in ERCOT’s Grid and Market Solutions (GMS) Department, will provide experience in day-to-day work and instruction in the fundamentals of electric power systems engineering, grid and market applications, software programming, and IT service and operations management. The GDP offers one-on-one mentoring, training, field trips, and special assignments. These assignments allow GDP engineers to become knowledgeable and familiar with the various business areas at ERCOT. The GMS leadership team prepares GDP engineers for a future career at ERCOT in power systems and computer engineering. The System Operator Development Program (ODP) is intended to combine real-time daily operations in an exciting work setting to prepare participants with the vital skills necessary to be successful in such a critical position — providing 24x7x365 on-demand support to manage the flow of electric power to more than 26 million Texas customers. If you are new to the industry, this program introduces you to the Bulk Electric System by combining introductory courses with the NERC Certification Exam Preparation Program in preparation to pass the NERC Certification Exam.

Salary : $84,283 - $143,296