IT Audit Consultant - Public Sector, Federal Civilian

BDO USA•McLean, VA

18h

About The Position

BDO is seeking an IT Audit Consultant to support IT Security, Internal Controls, Audit, and Business Process Improvement efforts for federal government agencies. This role involves performing verification and validation of corrective action plans, and testing the design of system security controls. The consultant will identify appropriate information systems test of operating effectiveness testing and provide insight into potential information systems risks while testing information system security. They will also participate in walkthrough meetings, taking detailed notes and identifying and documenting controls, and assist in performing audit work for specific information systems. The consultant will support the project lead by providing knowledge to help plan the information systems portion of the engagement, including security control scope. This position requires delivering a full range of services that use educational background, experience, and organizational skills while serving BDO’s dynamic public sector client base. The role demands adaptability to a changing client environment while meeting client expectations, effective management of priorities, and flexible multi-task coordination. The consultant will provide summary recommendations to team leadership regarding assigned work streams, apply fundamental industry knowledge and standards, and communicate and maintain relationships with key client personnel. Preparation of presentations, briefings, and active participation in client meetings are also key aspects of this role. Communication with team management through effective status reporting and demonstration of ownership and accountability for assigned task areas and work products are expected. Establishing professional rapport with clients and other organizations, and reviewing work products for technical accuracy, deliverable quality, and overall value to the client are also required. Attending relevant training, seminars, and/or conferences to stay current with technical skills is necessary. Additionally, supporting recruiting efforts by identifying potential candidates and participating in interviews is part of the role. Other duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, required
Internship or entry-level work experience, required
Ability to obtain and maintain government agency suitability or security clearance, required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), required
Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels within the client organization and in the firm
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team environment and with a customer service focus
Ability to follow instructions as directed
Superior organizational skills required with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Detail oriented with in-depth knowledge and application of English grammar and ability to proofread all written materials including proposals, pitches, presentations, etc.

Nice To Haves

Focus in Information Technology, Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance, preferred
Two (2) or more years of accounting, finance, business, information technology, management, or operations experience, preferred
Experienced performing audits and/or assessments of internal controls over financial reporting, IT, grants, insurance, or IT Security in the Federal Government, preferred
Experience with OMB and General Accounting Office (GAO) requirements and how to apply those requirements to complex internal control or assurance related projects throughout their entire life cycle and related phases including planning, assessing, testing, and reporting, preferred
Experience developing strategies for remediation of material weaknesses and other control deficiencies at the Federal level, preferred
Experience in one (1) or more of the following areas: federal accounting standards and the US Standard General Ledger (USSGL), FISCAM, Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), NIST, and OMB Circular A-123, preferred
Relevant industry certification, such as CPA, PMP, CGFM, CDFM, or CISA, preferred
Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, preferred

Responsibilities

Performs verification and validation of corrective action plans, and test of design of system security controls
Identifies appropriate information systems test of operating effectiveness testing and provides insight into potential information systems risks while testing information system security
Participates in walkthrough meetings while taking detailed notes and identifying and documenting controls
Participates in the performance of audit work for specific information systems
Assists the project lead by providing knowledge that helps plan the information systems portion of the engagement, including security control scope
Delivers a full range of services that uses their educational background, experience, and organizational skills while serving BDO’s dynamic public sector client base
Adapts to a changing client environment while meeting client expectations
Manages priorities and works effectively to initiate correspondence and task completion and supports multiple efforts through flexible multi-task coordination
Provides summary recommendations to team leadership regarding assigned work stream
Applies fundamental industry knowledge and standards to support client reviews, improvements, and/or implementations
Communicates and maintains relationships with key client personnel to ensure shared understanding of processes, operations, and functions
Prepares presentations, briefings, and actively participates in client meetings and day-to-day interactions
Communicates with team management through effective status reporting and demonstrates ownership and accountability for assigned task areas and work products
Establishes professional rapport with clients and other organizations
Reviews work products for technical accuracy, deliverable quality, and overall value to the client
Attends relevant training, seminars, and/or conferences to stay current with technical skills that align with client’s needs and changes in the industry
Supports recruiting efforts by identifying potential candidates and participating in interviews