Controls Assessment and Testing specialist

Ampcus, Inc; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. is seeking a Controls Assessment and Testing Specialist to join our Risk Management team in McLean, VA.

The role focuses on evaluating requirements against processes, designing test plans for technology controls, and reporting findings with clear documentation. The ideal candidate has a background in controls testing (2+ years) and experience with SQL and Python, along with strong communication skills to coordinate with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent Certification.
• At least 2 years of experience in controls testing (design and operating effectiveness).
• At least 2 years of experience in testing SQL and Python.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessment analysis of requirements and controls to existing processes.
• Develop and execute testing and reporting procedures.
• Communicate complex processes and align to policy/regulatory requirements.
• Maintain client relations during testing engagements.
• Create clear verbal and written communications between business partners.
• Assist in planning and execution of credit policy control assessments.
• Execute transaction testing for credit policy requirements and credit intent.
• Manage testing schedules to meet deadlines.
• Analyze test data from multiple sources and document results.

Skills

SQL

Python

Controls testing

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Controls Assessment and Testing Specialist | Job Location: Mclean, VA

Requirements for Control Testing Role:

The Risk Management Risk Office - Control Testing Team is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Controls Assessment and Testing specialist with a strong proven audit mind-set when it comes to testing a hybrid or automated control. The ideal candidate will have good organizational and communication skills. A proven background in evaluation of requirements compared to existing process and control coverage as well as the ability to identify gaps and solutions for gap closure. This role involves understanding of requirements, controls, and corrective actions review and evaluation. In addition, the ideal candidate will be able to identify key controls, design test plans and steps for testing technology controls including scripts, and compose clear and concise grounding for findings. This will be a challenging role in a dynamic and fast-paced environment requiring ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments appropriately.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform assessment analysis of requirements and controls to existing processes
• Ability to develop and execute testing and reporting procedures
• Ability to understand and communicate complex processes and alignment to policy/regulatory requirements
• Establish and maintain good client relations during testing engagements
• Strong ability to create and deliver verbal and written communications between business partners
• Assist in the planning and execution of credit policy control assessments
• Execute transaction testing for credit policy requirements and credit intent in alignment with team methodology and procedures
• Manage to testing schedules to ensure all tasks and reporting are completed within established timeframes
• Obtain and analyze test data from multiple sources, following testing protocols and leveraging job aids as needed
• Systematically retain documents that substantiate test results
• Submit test results in the system of record
• Assist in communicating results to business areas and Credit Risk Management leadership as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent Certification
• At least 2 years of experience in controls testing (design and operating effectiveness)
• At least 2 years of experience in testing SQL and Python and reading code

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or military experience
• Ability to effectively communicate findings to stakeholders
• Deep understanding of risks and ability to communicate and evaluate the appropriateness of mitigating activities
• Experience auditing internal controls

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.