Senior Associate, Federal Tech Risk Management

KPMG US; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG US is seeking a Senior Associate in Federal Tech Risk Management to lead IT audit readiness for federal clients. This role requires strong leadership, technical knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, along with a U.S. Government Secret clearance. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and career development.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Well-being benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in IT audit readiness or risk assessment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Must possess a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute IT audit readiness engagements for U.S. Federal government clients.
• Evaluate and validate the design of technology controls.
• Supervise associates and interns on engagements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk Management

IT Audit

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university

Tools

SAP

Oracle Financials

Hyperion

Cognos

SQL Server

UNIX/Linux

Oracle DB

Job description

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About the Role

The KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are experiencing tremendous client demand and do not anticipate this slowing down. Our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our top priority, with numerous learning and career development opportunities, world-class training, and leading market tools. If you seek a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, make an impact, and expand your capabilities, consider a career in Advisory.

Responsibilities

1. Plan and execute IT audit readiness engagements for U.S. Federal government clients, including system development, package implementation, IT deficiency remediation/validation, PBC response, business process improvement, audit coaching/support, assessment and accreditation, IT compliance assessments, and platform reviews.
2. Evaluate, remediate, and validate the design and effectiveness of technology controls.
3. Identify performance improvement opportunities for clients.
4. Supervise associates and interns on engagements.
5. Serve as a liaison between clients and upper management.

Qualifications

1. Minimum three years of experience in IT audit readiness, internal/external IT audit, risk assessment, business process reengineering, ERP packages (SAP, Oracle Financials, Hyperion, Cognos), operating systems and databases (Windows, UNIX/Linux, Oracle DB, SQL Server, mainframe z/OS, RACF, Top Secret Security, DB2, IDMS), or IT security, project management, outsourcing, Risk Management Framework, and/or IT strategy.
2. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
3. Strong leadership and communication skills, technical knowledge, and ability to communicate findings effectively to senior management.
4. Ability to travel as needed.
5. Must possess a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Additional Information

KPMG offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), and well-being benefits. Salary ranges are location-dependent and available via the provided link. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws. We encourage qualified candidates to apply promptly as we recruit on a rolling basis.