AUDITOR (PERFORMANCE)

US Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

US Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency seeks a Senior Auditor to support the Office of Inspector General. The role encompasses routine and limited audits, advisory services, risk management, and coordination with external audit teams.

A robust background in auditing and compliance under GAGAS/GAAS is essential. The position requires education in auditing or related fields, with alternative pathways including CPA/CIA credentials or substantial auditing coursework, and a minimum of

Qualifications

• A degree in auditing or related field (business, finance, public administration or accounting) is required.
• Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years in performance auditing; may include college-level education and training with auditing knowledge.
• Specialized certifications: CIA or CPA obtained via examination, or equivalent degree with substantial auditing coursework.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine or limited quick response audits, consulting and advisory services, risk management, and liaison with external audit organizations.
• Develop audit plans and risk assessments to identify internal control improvements.
• Conduct interviews and briefing of employees and officials involved with programs under review.
• Prepare audit working papers and ensure compliance with governing standards (GAGAS/GAAS).

Skills

Auditing knowledge

Audit reporting

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Oral communication

Written communication

Technical competence

Education

Auditing degree or related field

CIA or CPA certification

4+ years performance auditing experience

Job description

The purpose of this position is to serve as a Senior Auditor with the Office of Inspector General regarding potential programmatic issues that require examination by a professional. Performs routine or limited quick response audits, consulting and advisory services, risk management, liaison with external audit organizations, audit compliance and follow-up. This position has a Basic Requirement for the 0511:

Degree: auditing; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration or accounting.

OR

Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing, or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional auditing knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following:

1. A certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor or a Certified Public Accountant, obtained through written examination; or
2. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting, e.g., 15 semester hours.

*NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position.

The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0500/auditing-series-0511/ for OPM qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS sections of this announcement by 09/28/2026

Applicant must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position.

You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade GS/GG-12 in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility.

Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience.

Specialized experience for this position includes:

• Developing risk assessments and audit plans to identify significant internal control improvements.
• Perform audit assignments (using GAGAS), analysis of information and preparing audit working papers, and researching directives, laws, regulations and/or operating instructions of an organizational function or system.
• Interviewing and briefing employees, managers, and other officials involved with a program, activity or function being reviewed.

Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies:

1. Auditing - Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards and procedures for conducting financial and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program audits.
2. Audit Reporting - Analyze, reconcile and prepare audit information to produce required audit reports, statements and other documentation in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) or Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
3. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Note: Clients and customers include any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government.
4. Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations.
5. Leadership - Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.
6. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
7. Computer Skills - Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
8. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
9. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
10. Writing - Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience.
11. Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.