IT Audit Consultant - Public Sector, Federal Civilian

BDO USA

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. At BDO, you will find more than a career, a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. The culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. BDO's purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything they do, focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for their people, clients, and communities. BDO is an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first by sharing financially in their growth with their U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through their global organization. The ESOP is a qualified retirement plan offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being, fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock, with no employee contributions. BDO is committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. They pride themselves on welcoming diverse perspectives, empowering team members, having a talented team, celebrating ingenuity, and focusing on resilience and sustainability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Internship or entry-level work experience
Ability to obtain and maintain government agency suitability or security clearance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
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 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 (for Bachelor's degree)
Two (2) or more years of accounting, finance, business, information technology, management, or operations experience
Experienced performing audits and/or assessments of internal controls over financial reporting, IT, grants, insurance, or IT Security in the Federal Government
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
Experience developing strategies for remediation of material weaknesses and other control deficiencies at the Federal level
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
Relevant industry certification, such as CPA, PMP, CGFM, CDFM, or CISA
Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

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

Benefits

Flexibility and opportunities for advancement
Culture centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a qualified retirement plan offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being, fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock, with no employee contributions
Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings
Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
Empowering team members to explore their full potential
Talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
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