National Security Agency Hiring for Auditor (Financial, Performance, CYBER/IT) – Senior to Expert Level Job at Fort Meade, MD Full Time

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) conducts oversight of the NSA mission. Within the OIG, the Audit division performs independent audits and related reviews of Agency programs and operations in accordance with government auditing standards, designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards and to improve the Agency’s efficiency and effectiveness. Audits has three branches; Mission & Mission Support, Financial Audits, and Cybersecurity & Technology.
Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Mission & Mission Support Audits
The OIG is looking for a dynamic professional with the technical and leadership skills necessary to help lead an audit office. As the Deputy Assistant Inspector General (AIG) for Mission & Mission Support Audits, the incumbent will be responsible for managing independent audits and evaluations of Agency programs and operations in accordance with government auditing standards, designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards and to improve the Agency’s efficiency and effectiveness.
Responsibilities include:
– Supervising a portfolio of comprehensive audits and evaluations of NSA/CSS processes and programs.
– Setting, and meeting priorities and achieving results that support OIG objectives and strategies with no active supervision.
– Formulating long-range strategies, and coordinating preparation of the OIG Annual Oversight Plan.
– Ensuring audits are conducted in accordance with generally accepted government audit standards and procedures are executed and within scope, as defined in audit guides
– Ensuring audit documentation adequately supports findings and conclusions and provides sufficient data and information to prepare a relevant and reliable report that addresses the audit objectives.
– Overseeing the development of formal reports of findings and recommendations addressed to the Agency for corrective actions.
– Promoting teamwork, innovation, and quality management among audit staff. Creating an atmosphere conducive to sharing information, ideas, and best practices. Fostering effective relationships with Agency and OIG representatives and officials.
– Evaluating employee performance recommending or approving employee development and recognition.
– Performing other duties (including administrative) as directed by the Assistant Inspector General for Audits.
The Financial Audit Branch as the following positions.
Auditor (Financial)
As an Auditor in the Financial Branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits of NSA’s Financial Statements and related financial activities. Responsibilities of Auditors working in the Financial Branch include:
– Assisting in the performance of complex and comprehensive audits of NSA financial statements and NSA financial operations
– Overseeing the planning and execution of financial audits contracted to an independent public accounting firm to perform the audit of the Agency’s financial statements
– Evaluating the work of external auditors to ensure their work complies with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS), the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) performance and reporting standards, and relevant statements on auditing standards (SASs)
– Assisting in the development of formal reports and recommendations to Agency officials for corrective actions
– Consulting with the NSA Office of General Counsel on matters involving interpretation or possible violations of laws, rules, or regulations
Auditor (Financial Systems)
As an Auditor on the Financial Systems team, a component of the Financial Branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits and examinations of NSA’s financial general and application information technology controls. Responsibilities of Auditors working on the Financial Systems team include:
– As part of the annual financial statement audit, overseeing the planning and execution of the assessment of NSA financial IT controls in accordance with the Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual
– Overseeing the planning and execution of the assessment of NSA financial IT and business controls as identified by NSA as part of a Type II Service Organization 1 examination in accordance with Standards for Attestation Engagement 18the Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual
– Evaluating the work of external auditors to ensure their work complies with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS), the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) performance and reporting standards, and relevant statements on auditing standards (SASs)
– Assisting in the development of formal reports and recommendations to Agency officials for corrective actions
– Consulting with the NSA Office of General Counsel on matters involving interpretation or possible violations of laws, rules, or regulations
The Mission & Mission Support and Cybersecurity & Technology Audit Branches have the following positions.
Performance Auditor
As a Performance Auditor in the Mission and Mission Support branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits of NSA’s program operations, contract compliance, and Agency’s mission. As a Performance Auditor in the Cybersecurity and Technology branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits of NSA’s IT programs, systems, and policies. General responsibilities of Performance Auditors in both branches include:
– Conducting risk assessments on Agency programs and processes
– Researching, planning, and developing audit objectives, audit approach and scope
– Assessing and evaluating internal controls within the context of the audit objective
– Identifying and evaluating criteria to measure performance and evaluate compliance
– Conducting interviews within the context of an audit or review
– Gathering and analyzing audit evidence and compare observed results to specified requirements in the criteria
– Identifying problems and developing recommendations to improve the Agency’s efficiency and effectiveness
– Writing reports outlining results and findings from assessments and evaluations
All Auditors are required to complete 80 hours of training every two years to maintain the requisite knowledge, skills, abilities, and professional development.

Job Summary

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) defines the oversight authority, responsibilities, and guidance regarding activities of the OIG at NSA and conducts oversight of the NSA mission. Within the OIG, the Audit branch performs independent audits and related reviews of Agency programs and operations in accordance with government auditing standards, designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards and to improve the Agency’s efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.
Degree must be in Business, Accounting, or a related field (e.g., Finance, Economics, Management, and Information Technology). Related degree will differ depending on the type of auditing (e.g., IT vs financial).
Relevant experience must be auditing in the public or private sector and/or IT auditing. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is preferred.
SENIOR
Entry is with a Bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience. An Associate’s degree plus 8 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
EXPERT
Entry is with a Bachelor’s degree plus 9 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree plus 7 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 5 years of relevant experience. An Associate’s degree plus 11 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.

Competencies

The ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continuous learning, strong problem-solving, communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills who is:
– accountable
– detail-oriented
– able to adapt to changing requirements
– able to manage multiple tasks and assignments
– able to work effectively (independently or within teams) across functional areas in a professional and collaborative environment
Specialized knowledge and experience in any of the following is desired:
– applying auditing standards, principles and appropriate methods in analyzing processes and evaluating internal management controls
– applying techniques of interviewing, elicitation, and debriefing in a systematic manner
– obtaining, evaluating, organizing, and maintaining information
– leading an audit team
The following certifications are preferred:
– Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
– Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
– Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
– Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)
– Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP)

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

Salary Offers are based on candidate’s education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. This ad is for Maryland.
Salary Range: $106,823 – $176,300 (Senior – Expert)
Work Schedule: Applicants should be aware that some of these jobs support 24/7 operations based on mission requirements and shift schedules may vary to include night shift. Monday – Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirements between 0600 and 1800 (flexible).
On-the-job training, internal NSA Courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee.

How to apply

U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
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