IT Audit Manager (Federal Audit)

Position Summary IT Audit Manager – US (Alexandria, VA; Columbus, OH; Indianapolis, IN). This position is contingent on award of contract and requires an active interim Secret clearance or the ability to obtain this level of clearance. Responsibilities Provide first‑line supervision to a team of audit professionals. Review work products prepared by the team, including workpapers, findings, reports, and other written deliverables, to ensure quality and consistency with auditing standards and firm guidelines. Leverage understanding of Government Auditing Standards to design audit plans and procedures and oversee their execution. Act as a self‑starter, delivering quality work products with little direction from a supervisor. Supervise and review work performed by other staff. Develop people through effective delegation and guidance. Provide subject‑matter technical expertise to delivery teams in financial reporting, internal control, and financial business systems. Review draft deliverables and present final results to management. Assist principals and senior managers with proposals, business development, and practice administration. Leverage technology, including data analysis tools and AI, to increase efficiency and effectiveness of audit procedures. Act as the primary liaison to the client and keep principals aware of major developments. Utilize technology to share knowledge, develop skills, and promote continuous learning. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; Information Systems preferred. Minimum 4 years of auditing and/or related technical experience. Interim Secret clearance required. Management/leadership experience. Strong customer service skills. Project‑management experience. CISA certification preferred. Experience performing SOC 1 or SOC 2 audits (strongly preferred). Familiarity with FISCAM and/or FISMA frameworks. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Preferred Knowledge Areas NIST SP 800‑53 – Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and Organizations. FASAB Statements of Federal Financial Accounting Standards. GAO Government Auditing Standards (GAS). AICPA AU‑Cs. GAO/CIGIE Financial Audit Manual (FAM). GAO Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM). OMB Bulletin 24‑02 – Audit Requirements for Federal Financial Statements. Other federal reporting and accounting requirements, such as OMB bulletins, circulars, and USSGL. Desired Professional Values Values‑driven: embody integrity, servant leadership, and a bias for action. Uncompromising problem solver: identify opportunities in challenges and implement solutions. Collaborative: build relationships across all levels and business units. Instill trust: follow through on commitments with credibility. Impact & influence: focus on making a difference and gain support for ideas. Benefits Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy activated on the first day. Paid holidays and the last week of the calendar year off when project work allows. Comprehensive wellness program with activities tracked through a provider. Flexible work arrangements. Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options. HSA employer contribution. Nine paid holidays annually. Robust paid parental bonding leave covering birth, adoption, and foster children. 401(k) with employer contributions. CPA bonus with four paid exam days and four paid study days. Tuition reimbursement. Generous employee referral bonus program. Client referral bonus program. Pet insurance. FORCE program: up to four hours of paid volunteer time annually. Equal Opportunity Employer Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sikich LLC