IT Audit Senior

Castro & Company; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship opportunities

Supportive learning environment

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

A federal consulting firm in Alexandria, Virginia is seeking an IT Audit Lead to facilitate client engagements, analyze IT systems, and mentor staff. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 2 years of IT auditing experience, preferably in federal environments. You will lead discussions, assess controls, and maintain client relationships while utilizing various compliance frameworks. This position offers opportunities for growth and collaboration in supporting critical federal goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience performing IT audits or IT risk assessments.
• CISA certification preferred.
• Hands-on experience conducting IT audits in a federal or DoD environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate client meetings to assess IT systems and controls.
• Serve as a key liaison, maintaining professional communication.
• Analyze IT environments, pinpoint control gaps, and present recommendations.

Skills

IT Audit Skills

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Accounting, or a related field

Tools

NIST SP 800-53

FISMA

AWS

Microsoft environments (Active Directory, Windows Server, Azure)

Oracle databases

Job description

What You’ll Do in This Role:

Lead Process Walkthroughs: Facilitate client meetings to assess IT systems, applications, and controls

Engage Directly with Clients: Serve as a key liaison, building trusted relationships and maintaining open, professional communication throughout the engagement

Identify and Communicate Risk: Analyze IT environments, pinpoint control gaps, and clearly present associated risks and recommendations

Defend and Support Findings: Lead discussions to support audit conclusions with evidence and detailed analysis

Review Audit Workpapers: Evaluate staff-prepared documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with audit standards

Mentor and Support Staff: Provide guidance, technical direction, and feedback to junior team members to strengthen their professional development

Apply Federal IT Compliance Frameworks: Utilize working knowledge of federal standards and guidance, including:

• NIST SP 800-53 (Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems)
• FISMA (Federal Information Security Modernization Act)

Your Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Accounting, or a related field

Minimum of 2 years of experience performing IT audits or IT risk assessments

CISA certification preferred

Hands‑on experience conducting IT audits in a federal or DoD environment

Strong understanding of risk management and internal controls across technical and administrative systems

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document and explain complex IT processes clearly

Strong project management and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines

• Security Clearance: Must be able to pass a basic government suitability check (US Citizenship required)

Technical Expertise:

Solid understanding of federal IT environments, including system architecture, security frameworks, and compliance standards

Experience auditing or working with systems such as:

• Mainframe systems
• Microsoft environments (Active Directory, Windows Server, Azure)
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Oracle databases and ERP systems

Ability to assess and document administrative and technical controls across diverse platforms

Familiarity with FISCAM, NIST SP 800-53, and FISMA frameworks

What’s in It for You:

At Castro & Company, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, growth, and integrity. We serve the Federal Government with distinction and are committed to helping our clients achieve their strategic goals while providing our people with opportunities to thrive. You’ll gain hands‑on experience, mentorship, and exposure to challenging and meaningful work that supports the public good.

We offer a supportive environment that encourages learning, teamwork, and professional excellence.

Castro & Company

Castro & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.