Lead Internal Auditor — Data-Driven Controls Expert

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Lead Internal Auditor to advance our internal audit capabilities by planning and executing audits across operations, finance, and compliance. You will evaluate processes, strengthen internal controls, and support SOX activities while collaborating with business and technical leaders.

You will apply data analytics, automation, and AI-enabled approaches to enhance audit testing, trend analysis, and reporting, helping the organization drive practical improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8+ years of internal or external audit experience.
• Experience with SOX testing and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government contracting.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly to technical and non-technical leaders.
• Ability to manage multiple audits independently.
• Certifications (CIA/CPA/CFE/CISA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scoping, execution, and reporting of internal audit engagements across operational, financial, regulatory, and compliance areas.
• Assess Booz Allen policies, procedures, best practices, government guidelines, laws, and regulations.
• Evaluate controls, identify gaps, and recommend improvements for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance.
• Support SOX compliance activities, including testing and control evaluation.
• Learn and assess complex business processes and identify risks.
• Prepare and review high-quality workpapers, process documentation, test plans, and audit reports.

Skills

Internal audits

SOX testing

FAR/DFARS

Communication

Data analytics

Automation

AI-enabled audits

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Lead Internal Auditor to advance our internal audit capabilities by planning and executing audits across operations, finance, and compliance. You will evaluate processes, strengthen internal controls, and support SOX activities while collaborating with business and technical leaders.

You will apply data analytics, automation, and AI-enabled approaches to enhance audit testing, trend analysis, and reporting, helping the organization drive practical improvements