Staff IT Auditor (Federal Audit)

About the Role

Sikich is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented auditing professional with strong leadership and information technology skills. This role is contingent upon award of contract and requires an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain this level of clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing to determine the effectiveness of IT controls.
• Prepare work products, including workpapers, findings, reports, and other written deliverables, in accordance with auditing standards and firm guidelines.
• Own assigned work areas and execute tasks in accordance with an internally developed schedule to ensure timely completion and submission to the client.
• Leverage technology, including data analysis tools and AI, to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of audit procedures.
• Meet expectations for attendance, punctuality, and company/client deadlines while abiding by all company policies.
• Actively participate in formal and informal training to continuously grow technical and non-technical competencies.
• Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client’s environment.
• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Report audit findings to supervisors and make recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions.
• Execute day-to-day IT and audit activities, conducting fieldwork daily.
• Gather audit-related data and assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables.
• Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of the Federal Government’s financial and management responsibilities.
• Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn.
• Apply accounting and auditing concepts to client situations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Information Systems degree preferred.
• CISA certification preferred.
• Prior audit internship/work experience or advanced degree preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Minimum Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a clearance.
• Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

Preferred Knowledge

• National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) SP 800-53, Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and Organizations.
• Government Accountability Office’s (GAO’s) Government Auditing Standards (GAS).
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants’ (AICPA’s) AU-Cs.
• GAO/Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) Financial Audit Manual (FAM).
• GAO Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM).
• Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Bulletin 24-02, Audit Requirements for Federal Financial Statements (as amended).
• Other federal reporting and accounting requirements, such as U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) bulletins and circulars, the U.S. Standard General Ledger (USSGL), etc.

Skills

• Servant Leader: Hyper-focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
• Solutions Focus: Identifies opportunities in business problems and develops, articulates, and implements solutions.
• Collaborative: Builds relationships across all levels of the organization and business units.
• Trustworthy: Follows through on commitments, acts with integrity, and is perceived as credible.
• Impact & Influence Thinker: Gains support for ideas and initiatives, driving action with or without formal authority.

About Sikich

Sikich offers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting, technology, and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically designed to help clients, teams, and communities accelerate success.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy activated on the first day, including personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, and sick leave.
• Paid holidays and potential time off during the last week of the calendar year.
• Comprehensive wellness program with rewards for participation.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options.
• HSA employer contribution.
• Nine (9) paid holidays annually.
• Robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days and four (4) paid study days.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Generous employee and client referral bonus programs.
• Pet insurance.
• FORCE – Sikich community volunteer program enabling up to four hours of paid time annually for volunteering.

Pay

The midpoint of the salary range for this role is $71,000. The final offer may vary based on experience and geographic location.