Audit Director (IT) Technology Operations Directorate

Summary

Ready to lead with purpose Join the U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General (USPS OIG) as an Audit Director in our Technology Operations directorate . Were looking for a strategic thinker and experienced collaborative leader to help drive impactful audits that make a difference.

Bring your skills and voice to our team!

Duties

About the Position:
You will manage and direct the activities of management and staff engaged in performing audits and reviews of the development acquisition operations security and internal controls of Postal Service information technology systems and applications to determine the adequacy of general and application security controls; provide assessments of efficiency compliance with laws regulations policies and/or contracts; and detect fraud waste and abuse.

Responsibilities include the planning and direction of highly complex analyses assessments audits and evaluations of sensitive information systems information technology methods controls and strategies policies and procedures and management practices. This includes information system assessments of general and application controls system integrity system development life cycle information system acquisitions cost-benefit studies network and telecommunications infrastructures operational practices utilization of information technology system resources cyber-security operations and the adequacy and security posture of Postal Service information technology systems.

As a successful candidate you will have relevant experience in:

• Directing and ensuring audit projects meet government auditing standards in planning and execution and in the accumulation of evidentiary data. Also ensuring approved audit objectives are met and that adequate practical coverage is achieved when planning and executing audits.
• Advising on matters related to information technology audits and operations and related data analytics.
• Reviewing and editing audit reports and actively coaching managers and staff to ensure written documents are of the highest quality.
• Presenting clear understandable oral briefings to management often on complex technical projects.
• Overseeing the collection of data maintenance of records and preparation of reports on the administration of audit projects and other assigned activities. Assisting in evaluation of overall audit results.
• Promoting shared understanding of job objectives roles and report messages by facilitating job-related meetings coaching and others when necessary.
• Leading efforts to identify and evaluate new and innovative information systems and technology-related auditing tools and technologies to improve capability and efficiency of audit processes.
• Overseeing the planning organization and research on complex information systems and technology-related issues that involve major areas of uncertainty in approach methodology or interpretation to identify appropriate solutions.
• Evaluating and making recommendations concerning overall audit plans and proposals.
• Representing the Office of the Inspector General in meetings with high-level officials from the United States Postal Service other agencies vendors and members of external organizations.
• Presenting results of audits assessments and studies (which may be complex or controversial) negotiating agreements and influencing approval and implementation of agency-wide solutions and plans.
• Ensuring implementation of the goals and objectives of agency-wide programs by subordinate staff. Determining goals and objectives that need additional emphasis; developing measures that evaluate performance; making recommendations for program improvement; and managing all resources as agency assets.
• Identifying and resolving as applicable issues where no policy exists taking innovative actions to address new needs and/or issues.
• Furthering the Equal Opportunity Program including ensuring equal opportunity for all subordinate employees in recruitment selection promotion training awards assignments discipline and special program objectives.
• Practicing sound position management when assigning work combining/separating duties establishing and abolishing positions and in fulfilling other human resource management duties and responsibilities.

The duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agencys needs at the time of hire. The preceding description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (Tier-5) clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued credit card.
• May be required to successfully complete a 12-month probationary period.

Qualifications

Position Minimum Qualification Requirements
You must meet all the minimum qualifications listed below.

Please Note: Your resume must reflect where when and how you gained the below required qualifications and experience.

Professional Experience Requirement:

• At least five (5) years of full-time professional technical performance/program auditing or evaluation experience that includes planning and conducting audits evaluations or inspections.
• At least two (2) years of full-time professional experience leading teams and technical projects.
• At least one (1) year (52 weeks) or more of full-time specialized supervisory experience equivalent in responsibility and scope to the GS-14 level.

Education Requirement:

• Degree in auditing or in a related field (see below for related field degree list) such as computer science information technology cybersecurity or information assurance. You must submit transcripts from an accredited college or university.

OR

• A combination of education and experience - at least four (4) years of experience in Performance Auditing or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience college-level education and training that provided professional auditing knowledge. The applicants background must also include one of the following:
  1. Technical certificate such as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); OR
  2. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting e.g. 15 semester hours. You must submit transcripts from an accredited college or university.

Auditor (0511) Related and Accepted Degrees:

• Business Related including but not limited to:
  • Auditing Accounting Business Administration Economics Finance International Business Management Marketing Organizational Behavior/Psychology etc.
• Government Related including but not limited to:
  • Criminal Justice Political Science Public Administration Public Policy Law Public Relations/Communications etc.
• Technically Related including but not limited to:
  • Engineering Cybersecurity Information Security Information Assurance Computer Science Networking Information Technology Journalism/Investigative Reporting Logistics Supply Chain Management etc.

Desirable Qualifications

• CISA CISSP CISM CAP CASP or data analytics-related professional certification(s).
• Advanced degree in information technology cybersecurity information assurance networking accounting finance public administration public policy or a related field.
• Intellectual curiosity and experience in imagining strategic solutions to complex problems.
• Detail oriented with strong writing and editing skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and balance competing priorities.
• Flexibility and adaptability in responding productively to changing priorities and plans.
• In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards.

Evaluation Factors How you will be evaluated:
You must have the experience knowledge and skills as listed in each of the evaluation factors listed below. Include your major accomplishments relevant to the position requirements and factors in your resume.

• Mastery of a professional knowledge of the theories concepts principles and practices of information systems auditing sufficient to direct staff accomplishing difficult assignments involving interfaces and inter-relationships between and among programs systems applications functions operations policies and various issues.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the mission of the agency and the principles and policies of area(s) of responsibility to provide guidance and leadership in carrying out programs and strategies and to ensure policies and plans include a long-term outlook consistent with agency needs.
• In-depth knowledge of modern management techniques methods principles and information technology systems concepts to assure optimum utilization of personnel tools equipment and space and to accomplish program objectives through combined technical and administrative program oversight.
• Ability to plan and execute information technology audits or projects in accordance with applicable professional standards.

Failure to demonstrate that you meet all the preceding evaluation factor requirements will result in a score of zero (0) an ineligible status and you will not be referred for further consideration

Education

Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Applicants can verify accreditation here: .

Special Instructions for Candidates with Foreign Education:
Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in U.S. education programs. You must submit all necessary documents to a private U.S. credential evaluation service to interpret equivalency of your education against courses given in U.S. accredited colleges and universities.
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Additional information

About the OIG What We Do

Americas Postal Service is one of the governments most trusted entities. The US Postal Service Office of Inspector General an independent agency within the Postal Service employs over 800 auditors criminal investigators and professional support personnel stationed in over ninety locations. The OIG plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and accountability of Americas Postal Service its revenue and assets and its employees.

The USPS OIG audits and reviews are designed to protect assets and revenue ensure efficient and economical mail delivery and safeguard the integrity of the postal system. We perform audits and reviews in compliance with standards published by the Comptroller General of the United States the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board the Institute of Internal Auditors and the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency.

About Our Directorate:

The Technology Operations directorate conducts various types of audits and evaluations of the Postal Services cybersecurity and technology processes tools and operations. The directorate oversees one of the worlds largest technology infrastructures which includes five national deployment and solution centers 32000 network locations 20000 servers and more than 930 applications operating on more than 180000 devices. The directorate helps to reduce the risk of fraud inappropriate disclosure of sensitive data and disruption of critical postal operations and services by assessing whether USPS information resources provide the highest level of security reliability and value expected by USPS customers. The directorate also provides oversight of the Postal Services responsibility to safeguard employees customers critical infrastructure and information systems against cyberthreats.

To learn more about the Office of Audit visit: Office of Audit About Us

Reasonable Accommodations

• Reasonable accommodation available for applicants with disabilities.
• Submit requests to ; decisions made case-by-case.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Required Experience:

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