FISMA IT Audit Management Functional Specialist/Advisor - TS/SCI

Parsons•Springfield, MO

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a highly skilled and motivated FISMA IT Audit Management Functional Specialist/Advisor to join our team. In this role, you will support a key federal agency by driving governance and security through expert IT audit oversight.

Requirements

Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen
Candidate must have an ACTIVE TS/SCI clearance and be willing/able to obtain or maintain a CI Polygraph
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with 7+ years of related experience; OR 8+ additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Demonstrated experience in IT audit, compliance, cybersecurity, or related functional areas, including knowledge of audit tools, methodologies, and best practices
Working knowledge of OMB Circular A-123, FISMA, and FSA requirements
Proven experience coordinating IT audits and managing vulnerability remediation efforts
Ability to manage multiple deadlines with dependencies on team members
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of IT audit principles and compliance frameworks
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
Effective verbal and written communication skills for senior-level reporting
Ability to build collaborative relationships across internal and external teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Audit Management: Independently conduct comprehensive reviews of audit evidence, assess the quality of audit responses, and oversee remediation efforts to ensure successful audit outcomes
Audit Lifecycle Support: Coordinate all phases of the audit lifecycle, including receipt, tracking, remediation, response, and reporting for both internal and external audits
Vulnerability and Correspondence Tracking: Maintain and monitor information system vulnerabilities and audit-related correspondence. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address audit inquiries
IT Control Testing: Perform IT control testing and compliance assessments in support of OMB Circular A-123 internal controls and Statement of Assurance requirements
Reporting and Communication: Prepare written communications and updates for the NGA Audit Committee and A/CIO leadership, mapping audit findings to corrective actions and remediation plans
Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate audit responses and approvals with CIO-T leadership. Schedule and facilitate stakeholder meetings to monitor progress on audit findings and recommendations
Analysis and Metrics: Develop and deliver analysis, reports, and metrics on audit status for senior leadership
Process Improvement: Recommend best practices and develop implementation plans for process improvement opportunities