Senior Associate (IT)

Williams, Adley & Company-DC, LLP•Washington, DC

12d•$70,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Williams Adley is seeking a Senior IT Auditor with experience leading Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements No. 18 (SSAE 18) System and Organization Controls (SOC 1) engagements and government IT audits. The role requires hands-on expertise in information systems audits, IT General Controls (ITGCs), and application control testing, with the ability to supervise junior auditors, review workpapers, and generate high-quality audit deliverables. This position is ideal for candidates with strong knowledge of the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and government auditing standards.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years’ experience working in IT auditing for a public accounting firm or professional service firm
Demonstrated experience serving in a senior or lead role on SOC engagements, including review of junior staff work and ownership of deliverables
Hands-on experience with: SSAE 18 (SOC 1) engagements, including reporting; ITGCs and application controls; Information systems audits
Working knowledge of government and public sector audit standards and frameworks, including: Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book), GAO FISCAM, Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014 (FISMA)
Strong attention to detail, analytical judgment, and documentation skills are essential for IT audit engagements
Proven ability to support multiple engagements and work under tight deadlines
Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally when needed, up to 25%
U.S. Citizenship
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Must have an active Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s Degree in – business, cybersecurity, accounting, computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited university
A Master's Degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Accounting, or equivalent experience working as an IT Auditor or Consultant for a public accounting firm or a professional services firm preferred
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A US Passport
Effective communication is key in explaining audit findings.
Problem-solving abilities that will help you analyze problems, evaluate alternative solutions, and make sound recommendations to address issues and improve reporting accuracy.
High ethical standards and professionalism: Our positions require us to uphold integrity, maintain confidentiality, and approach their work impartially and objectively.

Responsibilities

Support Managers and Supervisors in engagement planning, timeline management, and project coordination
Lead and execute SSAE 18 (SOC 1) engagements, including planning, walkthroughs, testing, and reporting
Supervise, coach, and review the work of junior auditors, providing guidance on testing approaches, documentation standards, and audit methodology
Perform and oversee IT general controls (ITGCs) and application control testing, ensuring alignment with SSAE 18 and firm methodology
Review audit work papers and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with professional standards
Serve as a key point of contact for clients, including coordinating requests, meetings, walkthroughs, and status updates