Are you interested in Information and Cybersecurity?
Do you want to improve these processes in Government entities?
If so, WE WANT YOU!
The Office of the Auditor General is looking to expand our information systems auditing capacity with fresh minds to analyse systems, identify issues and improve public sector accountability and security.
Information systems auditors scrutinise business processes and analyse entity information systems and technology that holds a variety of sensitive information. Check out some of our recent Information Systems reports.
We are creating a pool of talent to fill full-time, permanent positions and fixed term opportunities. Part time arrangements will also be considered. Successful applicants, not immediately offered a position, may be made offers for similar roles within 6 months of the date of completion of the recruitment process.
Ideal applicants will be able to work autonomously as well as within a team structure, liaising with a diverse range of entities and problem solving. Applicants will have 3 years of experience in any of the following:
- information systems technology and best practices
- network infrastructure
- cloud and IT operations
- information and cybersecurity
- governance, risk and compliance
- analytics
- software and database development.
Want to apply?
Applications are made online. You are required to provide:
- a current comprehensive CV that provides:
- relevant tertiary qualifications
- details of 2 referees who can attest to your skills and experience
- a 2-page statement that uses examples to demonstrate the skills and ability you will bring to this role, in relation to the following:
- good understanding and experience in information systems technology and best practice
- planning and organisational skills
- experience in data analysis
- demonstrated ability to liaise with entities and strong written communication skills.
This opportunity closes on Monday 28 March 2022 at 12noon.
Other important position and recruitment information
Throughout the recruitment process you will assessed against the points asked for in the application section above.
Information Systems Auditors travel outside of the Perth CBD and to regional locations for extended stays. This includes entering organisations that have mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
The Office conducts employment screening for successful applicants, which will include a national police clearance and may include an Australian Government security clearance if required for the role.
For further information about these positions please contact Svetla Alphonso, Associate Director Information Systems Audit on 6557 7739.
About the Office
The Office of the Auditor General for Western Australia is an independent entity reporting directly to Parliament on public sector accountability and performance. We help Parliament hold government to account; are a key source of independent and objective information to the community; and help promote change to improve public services.
We offer an interesting, varied and rewarding career experience working across 170 State and 148 local government entities.
At the Office we have a strong focus on embracing and celebrating diversity. We provide flexible work and leave arrangements, and a range of additional employment benefits to enable staff to balance their work and other commitments. This includes:
- specialised training and development to support your continuing professional development requirements
- up to an additional 4 weeks’ leave per year through flexible working arrangements
- 13 weeks’ long service leave after 7 years!
- Up to 3 Public Service Holidays per year
- cultural leave
- COVID-19 leave.
We are an inclusive workplace that genuinely values diversity of thought, perspective and experience. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, youth and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
