IT Audit Consultant – Public Sector, Federal Civilian

BDO USA Experienced Career Site

108d • $70,000 - $94,000

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. The role involves performing verification and validation of corrective action plans, testing the design of system security controls, and identifying appropriate information systems tests of operating effectiveness. The consultant will participate in walkthrough meetings, assist in audit work for specific information systems, and provide knowledge to help plan the information systems portion of engagements. The position requires delivering a full range of services while adapting to changing client environments and managing multiple priorities effectively. The consultant will also communicate with key client personnel, prepare presentations, and maintain relationships to ensure a shared understanding of processes and operations. Additionally, the role includes reviewing work products for technical accuracy and supporting recruiting efforts by identifying potential candidates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Information Technology, Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance, preferred
• Internship or entry-level work experience, required
• 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
• Ability to obtain and maintain government agency suitability or security clearance, required
• Relevant industry certification, such as CPA, PMP, CGFM, CDFM, or CISA, preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), required
• Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, preferred

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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
• Other duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees