About The Position

The Government and Public Sector (GPS) practice of Ernst & Young LLP provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world. When you're on our GPS team, you'll have the opportunity to work across disciplines with professionals who have broad industry sector experience and deep subject-matter knowledge. In GPS, our growth strategy focuses on being account-centric, issue-based and competency-driven. That's what differentiates EY GPS in the government marketplace. As a member of our GPS team, you will join a talented group of professionals serving in key roles advising U.S. federal agencies addressing issues in performance improvement, program effectiveness, audit and audit readiness, financial management, and Technology Risk. The EY GPS practice focuses across disciplines with defense and national security, civilian, health, and international agencies. Our broad portfolio of services is aimed at driving relevant, tangible results. We believe integration fosters innovation. Unprecedented challenges require support that is connected, responsive and insightful. Are you ready to join our team and help build a better working world?

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Information Technology or 8+ closely related field.
  • 8+ Years of relevant experience in information assurance, information security, risk management, leading standards (e.g., COSO, ERM, FISCAM, FISMA, NIST), IT technologies (e.g., Windows, UNIX, Oracle, Mainframe, SAP), preparing written or verbal materials, and assisting with presenting project results to clients.
  • Participated in planning through reporting phases and oversaw the execution of relevant audit/control testing engagement (e.g., CFO Act/FISCAM, OMB Circular A-123 internal control over financial reporting/Systems (ICOFR/ICOFS), audit readiness (DOD FIAR), ATC-320 SOC-1 Examinations (SSAE-18), and FISMA security implementations and/or OIG FISMA security reviews based on DHS cyberscope metrics).
  • Possess a strong understanding of IT technical security controls (e.g. NIST 800 series requirements, DOD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGS)), FIPS guidance, and Federal IT audit/examination methodologies (e.g. GAO FISCAM, Financial Audit Manual (FAM), and NIST RMF Assessment and Authorization).
  • Experience in overseeing and completing Control testing over financial system controls compliance, IT general and application controls, and information assurance controls in areas of information assurance, access control, change control, segregation of duties and disaster recovery.
  • US certification in at least one of the following: CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CGFM (Certified Government Financial Manager), CDFM (Certified Defense Financial Manager, CA (Chartered Accountant), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CMA (Certified Management Accountant), CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information System Control), RIMS-CRMP (Certified Risk Management Professional), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
  • Must have an active Top Secret-level clearance with an active SCI.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience executing project plans on large, complex engagements from analysis through implementation.
  • Worked in a Big Four, global management consulting firm or blue-chip company, preferably with a government and public sector focus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with clients and identify engagement follow-on opportunities.
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Flexibility to travel up to approximately 30% is preferred for federal practice roles.
  • Flexibility to travel up to approximately 80% is preferred for state, local and education practice roles.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a key resource in delivering quality client services on financial statement audits, attestation engagements and IT control projects.
  • Conduct research as needed.
  • Assist in the testing of IT general and application controls.
  • Prepare for and potentially lead client meetings.
  • Establish relationships with client personnel at the appropriate levels.
  • Deepen sector and client knowledge.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge and aptitude in key capabilities such as IT general and application controls, risk management, information security, and information assurance.
  • Take a practical approach to solving issues and gaining client agreement.
  • Collaborate among team members; promote an inclusive working environment.

Benefits

  • Medical and dental coverage
  • Pension and 401(k) plans
  • Wide range of paid time off options
  • Flexible vacation policy
  • Designated EY Paid Holidays
  • Winter/Summer breaks
  • Personal/Family Care
  • Other leaves of absence
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