Location: Crystal City Arlington VA) (Hybrid Remote: 2 days onsite)

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Clearance: Must have or be eligible for Interim Secret clearance

Pay: $100K to $120K

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Audit Specialist with a strong background in public sector audit or audit readiness, particularly in the realm of IT general and application controls for financially relevant systems. The successful candidate will possess significant expertise in conducting assessments, testing controls, and executing audit procedures in alignment with industry standards such as FISCAM and NIST SP 800-53. Additionally, a critical aspect of this role will involve comprehensive Data Quality Planning experience.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct audits and assessments of IT general controls (ITGCs) and application controls (ITACs) for financially relevant systems associated with internal and external audits.
• Develop detailed test plans to evaluate the effectiveness of ITGCs and ITACs, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives.
• Perform Test of Design (ToD) to validate the documentation and design of controls, identifying any potential gaps or deficiencies.
• Execute Test of Effectiveness (ToE) to verify the operational effectiveness of controls and identify areas for improvement or remediation.
• Provide internal audit support to [Department/Division Name], focusing on Army information systems and Service Provider systems/processes relevant to strategic audit objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance information security practices, ensuring compliance with SOC (System and Organization Controls) standards and mitigating information security risks.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills, effectively conveying complex information related to information security and audit findings.

Requirements:

• Master s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or Business Management, OR CPA, CISA, PMP, CGFM, or CDFM certification
• At least 4 to 6 years of experience with federal financial management.
• At least 2 to 3 years of experience in federal accounting.
• A current CPA license is highly preferable but not required
• Extensive knowledge of risk assessment, internal controls, analytical and critical thinking, accounting, auditing, and technical writing.
• Proven experience in public sector audit or audit readiness, with a focus on internal or IT general and application controls.
• Extensive experience in developing test plans, executing audit procedures, and evaluating controls from an access control, configuration management, and segregation of duties perspective.
• Strong understanding of Data Quality Planning methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate information security concepts and audit findings effectively.
• Prior experience in providing IT audit support to government agencies or defense organizations is highly desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
• Ability to obtain or possess Interim Secret clearance.
• Comfortable with hybrid remote work (2-3 days onsite).

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work on critical projects in federal financial management and auditing.
• Competitive pay rates and long-term contract opportunities.
• Hybrid remote work environment promoting work-life balance.
• Collaborative and dynamic team culture.