IT Audit Staff

Castro & Co. • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

Calling all aspiring IT audit professionals!

Launch your career as an IT Audit Staff with Castro & Company, where you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team serving high-profile Federal clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals eager to grow in the IT risk and audit field, develop hands-on experience assessing systems and controls, and build a strong foundation in technology assurance.

As part of our Information Technology practice, you’ll gain exposure to a wide range of IT systems, processes, and risk management frameworks while working in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment. We’re looking for motivated professionals ready to learn, contribute, and make an impact from day one.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 0–1 year of relevant experience (internship or academic exposure to IT audit concepts preferred).
• Foundational understanding of IT risks, general controls, and how they relate to business processes.
• Strong communication and documentation skills — able to clearly convey findings and observations.
• High attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Security Clearance: Must be able to pass a basic government suitability check (US Citizenship required).

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with IT audit or risk assessment frameworks (e.g., NIST, COBIT, FISMA).
• Basic understanding of access controls, data integrity, and system security concepts.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills — enjoys collaborating in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and audit methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Review policies, procedures, and documentation for in-scope systems and processes.
• Support walkthrough meetings and document IT control assessments under the supervision of senior team members.
• Assist in evaluating general IT controls (GITCs), application controls, and business process controls.
• Identify gaps, inconsistencies, or risks in system processes and help develop recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare clear, well-organized workpapers and summaries of testing results.
• Collaborate closely with audit and advisory teams to ensure alignment between IT and business process reviews.
• Participate in client discussions and contribute to delivering high-quality, value-driven results.

Benefits

• A mentorship-based culture focused on learning and professional growth.
• Exposure to federal IT risk and control assessments.
• Opportunities to build your expertise in technology auditing and advisory services.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees