IT Audit Staff

Who we are

At McConnell Jones, we aim to be a catalyst for positive growth fostering an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions. As the largest majority African American-owned and controlled public accounting firm in the U.S., we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, the tenure of our clients, and our own diversity—nearly two-thirds of our people are from an ethnically diverse background. The diversity of our people empowers the diversity of our client solutions, as captured by the firm’s tagline, Diverse Thinking | Unique Perspectives.

Our Mission: To foster an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions.

Our Vision: To be a catalyst for positive growth through the power of diverse thinking.

Our Values: Creativity, Inclusion, Transparency, Accountability

This position requires the selected candidate to currently reside in the Washington DC area and is not a remote position. An active interim Secret, Secret clearance or the ability to obtain this level of clearance is required.

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $72,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience.

What you will do

The Information Technology Audit Staff will support audits focused on IT systems, controls, and security across government sectors. Responsibilities include evaluating IT General Controls (ITGC), application controls, and compliance with federal and industry standards (e.g., FISCAM, NIST). The role involves assessing risks related to information systems, documenting findings, and collaborating with audit teams to ensure reliable, secure, and compliant technology environments.

• Participate in engagement planning and IT risk assessment activities.
• Prepare workpapers, document walkthroughs, and support audit findings and mitigation recommendations aligned with federal requirements.
• Perform IT General Controls (ITGC) and application control testing to assess system security, reliability, and compliance.
• Document audit findings and contribute recommendations for remediation to strengthen IT controls and compliance.
• Conduct control and compliance reviews using FISCAM and other federal frameworks (e.g., NIST) to evaluate effectiveness and identify risk reduction opportunities.
• Research IT issues and provide insights to the engagement team.
• Identify potential problem areas and discuss with engagement supervisors.
• Assist with IT-related aspects of financial audits as needed.
• Collaborate with audit and client teams to analyze vulnerabilities and ensure effective remediation strategies.
• Support follow-up testing to confirm corrective actions have been implemented.
• Utilize audit tools and data analysis software to perform testing and document results.
• As part of our compliance program, all team members are required to follow industry leading data and system security practices.

What you will need

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Accounting or related field, and one year of relevant IT Audit experience.
• Must have or be eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance for federal engagements.
• Familiarity with IT systems, databases, and audit tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA) preferred.
• Basic knowledge of IT control frameworks such as FISCAM, NIST, or COBIT is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Pursuing CISA track.
• 3.0 or higher GPA in major preferred; advanced degree preferred. 

What we offer

• Hybrid and remote (determined by position) work arrangements available.
• Stipend reimbursement for home office equipment, cell phone and home internet.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is awarded each pay period.
• 11 paid company holidays with 3 floating.
• Medical plan with HSA employer contribution, Dental, Vision available 1st of the month after start date.
• Company paid Long Term Disability.
• Company paid Life Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 401k with company match up to 4% and 100% vested from day one.
• CPA and professional license & certification bonus.
• CPA exam review benefit with Becker CPA.
• Certification Reimbursement for CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA.
• CPE paid for 40 hours per year.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off.
• Fitness center available to Houston office employees.
• Employee Referral bonus opportunities from $1,000 to $5,000 per hired referral.
• We are committed to helping you thrive. Our wellness programs offer comprehensive tools, resources, and support to ensure you can be your best self.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

McConnell & Jones is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or Vietnam era or other protected veteran. McConnell & Jones policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. To achieve our goal of equal opportunity, we maintain an affirmative action program through which we take good faith efforts to recruit, hire and advance in employment-qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, and other protected veterans.

Salary : $70,000 - $75,000