IT Senior Auditor (Federal Audit)

TL;DR

IT Senior Auditor (Federal Audit): Conduct testing to determine effectiveness of IT controls and prepare work products like workpapers, findings, and reports with an accent on federal auditing standards including NIST SP 800-53, GAO GAS, and FISCAM. Focus on leveraging technology such as data analysis tools and AI to enhance audit efficiency, reviewing team work, and ensuring compliance with contractual deadlines.

Location: US – Alexandria, VA. Requires active interim Secret or Secret clearance.

Salary: Midpoint $88,000 (varies by experience and geographic location).

Company

Global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services, ranking as one of the largest professional services companies in the United States.

What you will do

• Conduct testing to evaluate the effectiveness of IT controls.
• Prepare workpapers, findings, reports, and other deliverables in line with auditing standards.
• Own assigned work areas, review team products, and provide guidance to junior resources.
• Execute tasks per internal schedules to meet client deadlines.
• Leverage data analysis tools and AI to improve audit procedures.
• Participate in training to develop technical and non-technical skills.
• Report findings and recommend corrections for issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, Information Systems preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of auditing or related technical experience.
• Minimum interim Secret clearance.
• CISA preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, FASAB, GAO GAS, AICPA AU-Cs, FAM, FISCAM, OMB bulletins, USSGL.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy activated on day one, plus paid holidays and last week of year off when possible.
• Comprehensive wellness program with rewards.
• Health, dental, vision, life, accident/disability insurance; HSA employer contribution.
• 401(k) with employer contributions; CPA bonus with paid exam/study days; tuition reimbursement.
• Paid Parental Bonding Leave; pet insurance; employee and client referral bonuses.
• FORCE volunteer program with paid time.