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IT Audit Manager – Clearance Required

Job in Washington, District of Columbia, 20022, USA
Listing for: Jobtailor
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-16
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, IT Project Manager, IT Consultant
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 140000 - 200000 USD Yearly USD 140000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Lead multiple IT audit and cybersecurity risk engagements from planning through reporting
  • Conduct FISMA, SSAE 18 SOC 1, FISCAM, and other IT and cybersecurity assessments
  • Develop detailed engagement plans
  • Oversee fieldwork
  • Monitor engagement budgets and timelines
  • Review work papers, findings, audit documentation, reports, and deliverables
  • Manage client relationships and present audit results to CIOs, CISOs, and executive leadership
  • Communicate project status and submit deliverables to clients
  • Coach, mentor, and develop seniors and associates
  • Manage engagement schedules, staffing, and deliverables
  • Apply project management practices to inspire teamwork and accountability
  • Leverage emerging technologies, analytics, and firm tools to improve quality and efficiency
  • Participate in internal firm initiatives
  • Assist with proposals and new business development efforts
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Accounting, or a related field
  • Active Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification
  • At least 6 years of experience in IT audit, cybersecurity, technology risk, or a related field
  • At least 3–5 years of direct federal IT audit experience applying Government Accountability Office standards and frameworks, including FISMA and FISCAM requirements
  • At least 3 years of experience leading audit teams and managing client engagements
  • Strong project management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing audit professionals
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
  • High ethical standards, sound professional judgment, and commitment to integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality
  • US citizenship required
  • Active Secret Clearance required
  • Comfortable working in remote and client-site environments as needed
  • Monday–Friday availability, 8 hours per day; some evening and weekend hours may be required
  • Preferred but not required:
    Big Four or national public accounting/consulting firm experience
  • Preferred but not required: CISSP, CIA, PMP, or CISM certification
  • Preferred but not required:
    Experience leading federal IT audits for civilian or Department of War agencies
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in IT Audit and Cybersecurity Risk Management, with a strong focus on FISMA and FISCAM compliance. Proven ability to lead audit teams, manage client relationships, and apply project management practices to ensure successful engagement outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords
  • IT Audit Experience
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Project Management Skills
  • Federal IT Audit Leadership
ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills
  • FISMA Compliance
  • FISCAM Compliance
  • IT Risk Assessment
  • Audit Documentation Review
  • Engagement Planning
  • Fieldwork Oversight
  • Budget Monitoring
  • Analytics Application
  • Quality Improvement
  • Client Deliverables Management
Soft Skills
  • Mentoring
  • Coaching
  • Communication Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-Solving Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • CISSP
  • CIA
  • PMP
  • CISM
Industry Keywords
  • IT Audit
  • Cybersecurity
  • Government Accountability Office Standards
  • Big Four Experience
  • Federal IT Audit
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