Senior Auditor (Information Systems)

U.S. House of Representative; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. House of Representatives Office of Inspector General is seeking an auditor to perform day-to-day audit tasks evaluating information systems activities. Telework may be available at IG discretion. The role requires living in the Washington, DC area or relocation with no relocation assistance.

Candidates should have an accounting base, strong IT audit skills, and professional certifications; pre-employment checks apply. This position operates in an ethical framework aligned with OIG values.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of government auditing standards and guidelines.
• Experience with IS auditing, control assessment, and risk evaluation.
• Ability to document audit findings and communicate clear conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits of information systems and related controls.
• Assess information security, IT operations, and data handling practices.
• Prepare detailed audit work papers and final reports.

Skills

Government auditing standards

Risk assessment

Work management concepts

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Data gathering & analysis

Conflict management

Prioritization & adaptability

Education

Undergraduate degree + 24 accounting hours

CPA / CIA / CISA / CGFM / PMP (two certs allowed)

Job description

Responsible for the day-to-day accomplishment of assigned audit tasks required in evaluating information systems activities of the U.S. House of Representatives (House). All work is performed in compliance with the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Policies and Procedures Manual and appropriate professional standards. All duties are performed in the highest ethical manner, while exhibiting the OIG Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, and Innovation.

Requirements

Education

• - An undergraduate degree and 24 semester hours of accounting (may include up to 6 semester hours in business law) is required.
• - Must have either: (i) an applicable graduate degree and one professional certification, or (ii) two professional certifications. Qualifying certifications include CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, CISSP, PMP, and CGFM.

Experience

• - Extensiveexperience and knowledge of information systems, information systems security,information systems management, information systems auditing, computeroperating systems, network protocols, and audit scanning tools and techniques.

Knowledge,Skills, & Abilities

• - Knowledge of government auditing standards;
• - Knowledge of risk assessment concepts;
• - Knowledge and understanding of work management concepts;
• - Ability to work non-standard hours, as needed;
• - Ability to switch job priorities; overcome obstacles;
• - Communicate complex ideas/facts, clearly in a well-organized manner and actively listen;
• - Examine situations using facts; draw unbiased conclusions;
• - Ability to display understanding, courtesy, respect, and tact in various interactions; establish and maintain positive working relationships, contribute to organizational effectiveness, and implement conflict management;
• - Collaborate with others, facilitate achievement of goals, and share information and provide assistance in team efforts;
• - Apply skills, methods, and tools; gather and analyze data;
• - Execute processes/procedures required by the OIG Policies and Procedures Manuals;
• - Demonstrate initiative when opportunities are made available; and
• - Influence others to maximize efforts towards achievement of a goal.

Additional Requirements

• - Pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting.
• - Pre-employment drug test.
• - Must reside in or relocate to the Washington, D.C. area. Relocation expenses will not be paid.
• - Must be a U.S. citizen or meet House employment eligibility requirements.

Work Environment and Location

This position is based in Washington, DC. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Telework may be available at the discretion of the Inspector General. Overnight travel is rare.

Veteran’s Preference Applicants

Veterans’ Preference is applied in accordance with the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA).