Federal IT Audit Manager — Hybrid & Impact

CohnReznick; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible work environment

Expanded parental leave

Learning & development

Volunteer time off

Job summary

CohnReznick is seeking a Federal IT Audit - Manager in the Bethesda area to lead audit teams serving federal entities and to drive technology risk assessments and IT controls testing. The role emphasizes adherence to federal standards, strong project management, and client liaison responsibilities.

Ideal candidates have a BA/BS in a related field, a CISA or CISSP, a secret clearance or higher, and at least 5 years of federal IT audit experience across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in computer science, information technology or related field
• CISA or CISSP certification
• Secret clearance or higher
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience performing and leading federal IT audit engagements
• Experience overseeing contract support operations across multiple projects and locations
• Hands-on IT audits, IT risk assessments, or cybersecurity assessments
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management concepts, and cybersecurity frameworks

Responsibilities

• Lead IT audit teams supporting federal financial statement audits, performance audits, examination, agreed-upon procedures, and standalone IT audit engagements evaluating technology risks and controls
• Understand federal IT audit requirements and methodologies (FISCAM, FISMA, NIST, GAO, COBIT)
• Apply project management to track success metrics and team performance
• Report status, issues, and delays to leadership and clients timely
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and training to team members
• Cultivate relationships with clients, auditees, and team members
• Lead sales and business development by identifying opportunities and supporting go-to-market strategies

Skills

IT audit leadership

Federal IT audit knowledge

Project management

Leadership communication

Mentoring/coaching

Client relationship building

Business development

Education

BA/BS in computer science or related field

Job description

CohnReznick is seeking a Federal IT Audit - Manager in the Bethesda area to lead audit teams serving federal entities and to drive technology risk assessments and IT controls testing. The role emphasizes adherence to federal standards, strong project management, and client liaison responsibilities.

Ideal candidates have a BA/BS in a related field, a CISA or CISSP, a secret clearance or higher, and at least 5 years of federal IT audit experience across multiple locations.