Auditor - Mid Level (Maryland)

National Security Agency • Fort Meade, MD

446d • $82,764 - $128,956 • Onsite

About The Position

The Auditor position within the Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the Department of Defense is responsible for conducting independent audits and related reviews of Agency programs and operations. The role aims to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations while enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the Agency's operations. The auditor will engage in various audit activities, including performance audits, financial record assessments, and cybersecurity evaluations, to promote accountability and wise use of public resources.

Requirements

• Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience.
• Degree must be in Business, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field (e.g., Finance, Economics, Management, Computer Science).
• Relevant experience must include auditing (operational, Information Technology, financial, performance) in the public or private sector, Information Technology systems security, or Information Technology policy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with government auditing standards.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research applicable laws, directives, regulations, manuals, prior studies, and audit reports to gain knowledge and understanding of areas being audited.
• Prepare audit steps for assigned segments of audit guide to meet specified audit objectives.
• Assist senior auditors in conducting entrance and exit conferences with audit stakeholders to explain audit objectives and conclusions.
• Hold discussions with audit stakeholders to explain audit objectives and audit results and to obtain positions on audit conclusions and supporting data.
• Independently execute segments of an audit guide or other related audit segments as directed by the Auditor-in-Charge.
• Conduct technical testing as necessary to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Independently prepare, organize, and complete comprehensive workpaper files that include complete summaries of evidentiary data to support audit conclusions relevant to audit objectives.
• Prepare outline of potential audit findings to include condition, cause, effect, criteria, and recommendations relevant to audit objectives.
• Assist the Auditor-in-Charge in writing segments of draft and final reports and developing findings and recommendations.
• Maintain security and accountability of classified information.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance
• Flexible work schedules
• Generous leave programs
• Paid personal fitness time
• Training and continuing education classes
• Health and life insurance
• Federal Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
• Federal retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: National Security and International Affairs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree