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IG Auditor/Program Analyst

Central Intelligence Agency
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026

Summary

Inspector General Auditors conduct performance, financial statement, financial-related, and information systems audits of CIA programs and activities.

Summary

Inspector General Auditors conduct performance, financial statement, financial-related, and information systems audits of CIA programs and activities.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
10/01/2025 to 09/30/2026
Salary
$75,972 - $185,234 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 8 - 14
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
Washington, DC
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
15
Job family (Series)
  • 0511 Auditing
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
  • Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
24-12186690-7007/SEHD
Control number
757394900

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

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Duties

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Protect your nation by helping to strengthen Central Intelligence Agency programs and operations through independent oversight! As an Inspector General Auditor, your work will help the CIA effectively and efficiently carry out its vital national security mission. Your work will also promote good stewardship of CIA resources and help detect and deter fraud, waste, and abuse.

As an Inspector General Auditor with the CIA, you will use your analytic and critical thinking skills to evaluate all aspects of intelligence programs, operations, and activities including strategy, risk, financial resources, procurement, project management, information technology, covert action, and compliance with laws and regulations.

Inspector General Auditor responsibilities include developing and writing audit programs; developing and documenting audit findings in accordance with government auditing standards; and developing recommendations designed to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of CIA programs, operations, and activities. Auditors will also conduct or support other OIG functions as required. Travel may be required.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
  • You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
  • You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
  • You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
  • You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
  • For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/how-we-hire/

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

  • Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills
  • Ability to apply government auditing standards, discern key issues, and draw appropriate conclusions
  • Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation
Desired Qualifications
  • Advanced Degrees
  • Professional certifications:
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE)
    • Certified Information Systems Auditors (CISA)
    • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
    • Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
    • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Experience with government auditing, accounting, program evaluation, or information systems

Education

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in one of the following fields or related studies:
    • Accounting
    • Business Management
    • Data Analytics
    • Economics
    • Finance
    • Information Systems
    • Political Science
    • Public Administration
    • Public Policy
  • At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale

Additional information

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Review our benefits

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required Documents

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For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.

Agency contact information

Central Intelligence Agency
Website
https://cia.gov/careers

Next steps

After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request

Required Documents

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For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.

Agency contact information

Central Intelligence Agency
Website
https://cia.gov/careers

Next steps

After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request

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