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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Auditor 3+ (Cybersecurity Audit - Internal Only) - **Company:** Inc Washington - **Location:** Olympia, WA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $91,104.0 - $122,448.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems, Information Security Management, Information Technology Audit, Information Technology, Data Analytics - **Published:** October 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d3c67c89f8b4de99 ## About the Role Bachelor's degree and four years of audit experience which includes at least: * two years in IT audit and * has obtained either a relevant processional certification including but not limited to: + Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) + General Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) + Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) + or a master's degree in data analytics, cybersecurity or closely related field. Preferred Qualifications: * Degree in a field applicable to IT security and/or analyzing government programs is strongly preferred. * Preference may be given to candidate with experience with governments, performance auditing and/or accountability auditing and technical knowledge associated with cybersecurity. Note: Relevant professional work and/or volunteer experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. ## Description It Auditor 3+ - Cybersecurity Audit (Internal Only) Be valued. Be challenged. Build a career. At the State Auditor's Office, we are working together to make a real difference in how government operates. We are always looking for new ideas to ensure our work provides value to the clients we serve, and we take pride in the services we perform for the governments and for the people of Washington. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace environment that is collaborative and supports all employees as we effectively carry out the agency's mission. This includes ensuring inclusion and equity throughout the agency, while embracing the individual differences of our employees and clients. We believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds are fundamental to doing our best work. With 15 offices' statewide, 400 positions and important work to do, we always welcome talented people to join our team. Get to know us! We share more about who we are and what we do on social media, using the hashtag #WeAreSAO and on our website at: Current Openings and Internships - Office of the Washington State Auditor., Our team completes cybersecurity performance audits with State and Local governments to improve IT security. Our cybersecurity audits examine IT systems, looking for weaknesses that attackers could exploit and proposing solutions to help strengthen those systems. Mission We collaborate with governments to provide actionable recommendations to improve the security posture of IT systems supporting essential government operations and services. This will be accomplished by: 1. Building trust and relationships with clients and others we work with. 2. Sharing knowledge about cybersecurity leading practices and available resources. 3. Scoping audits in a flexible manner that meets each auditee's individual needs. 4. Completing quality and timely audits with prioritized recommendations. 5. Refining methods and approaches to stay relevant and meet emerging needs., The Role of an IT Auditor 3 An IT Auditor III is responsible for overall audit planning through final audit presentation of any size or level of complexity cybersecurity audits. Independently leads audits that cover increasingly complex cybersecurity environments, which may involve multiple state agencies, local governments or levels of government. Provides expert level technical services in security for cybersecurity audits. May lead larger, more complex audits and coordinate the efforts of other auditors to accomplish the overall audit objectives under the direction of an assistant audit manager or audit manager. These large audits involve multiple agencies or levels of government, have complex IT security environments and several layers of applicable laws or regulations and require significant IT security knowledge. May lead audits and projects that include multiple IT audit staff and be responsible for the entire audit. *For additional details regarding the position, please review the position description here: CS_IT_Auditor_3_ASA5_PDF.docx, We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read about our benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time. Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information. Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.