IT Controls Senior Consultant – Public Sector, Federal Civilian
bdoMcLean, VA
$90,000 - $115,000 per year
APPLY (opens in a new tab)IT Controls Senior Consultant – Public Sector, Federal Civilian
bdoMcLean, VALead L6
$90,000 - $115,000 per year
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting ServicesOther General Government SupportOther Management Consulting Services
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)Senior ConsultantBDO is seeking a senior consultant level professional to support IT Security, Internal Controls, Audit, Technical Remediation, and Business Process Improvement efforts for Federal government Agencies.
Job Duties:
- Performs verification and validation of corrective action plans, and tests the design of system security controls
- Leads or participates in walkthrough meetings while taking detailed notes and identifying and documenting controls
- Assists the project director by providing specialized knowledge that helps plan the information systems portion of the engagement, including audit and SAS70 engagements
Identifies appropriate information systems substantive testing, provides insight into potential information systems risks, and tests information system security.
Leads audit teams in the actual performance of audit work for specific information systems as requested
Delivers a full range of services that uses their educational background, experience, and organizational skills while serving BDO's dynamic public sector client base
Assists with firm practice, solution, and business development initiatives
Supports task areas while coordinating closely with engagement team management and client leadership on strategy, planning, execution, status, and review processes
Supports clients with key financial and budgetary, information technology, and operational transformation initiatives
Adapts to a changing client environment while meeting client expectations
Manages priorities and works effectively to initiate correspondence and task completion; supports multiple efforts through flexible multi-task coordination
Provides summary recommendations to team leadership regarding assigned work stream
Applies fundamental industry knowledge and standards to support client reviews, improvements, and/or implementations
Communicates and maintains relationships with key client personnel to ensure shared understanding of processes, operations, and functions
Prepares presentations, briefings, and actively participate in client meetings and day-to-day interactions
Communicates with team management through effective status reporting and demonstrates ownership and accountability for assigned task areas and work products
Establishes professional rapport with clients and other organizations
Supports and reviews work products for technical accuracy, deliverable quality, and overall value to the client
Attends relevant training, seminars, and/or conferences to stay current with technical skills that align with client's needs and changes in the industry
Supports recruiting efforts by identifying potential candidates and participating in interviews
Communicates with well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
Interacts effectively with people at all organizational levels of the client, firm, and if applicable, teaming partners
Utilizes specialized knowledge/subject matter expertise to support the client, engagement team, and internal efforts
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Manages independent work products and potentially those of others related to internal and client projects
- Serves as peer "buddy" to other Public Sector Senior Consultants/Consultants
- Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
Bachelor's degree, required; with a focus in Information Technology, Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance, preferred
Experience:
Four (4) or more years of information technology controls, operations, or management, required Five (5) or more years of information technology, operations, management, business, accounting, or finance experience, preferredExperience performing audits and/or assessments of internal controls over financial reporting, IT, grants, insurance, or IT Security in the Federal Government, preferredExperience with OMB and General Accounting Office (GAO) requirements and how to apply those requirements to complex internal control or assurance related projects throughout their entire life cycle and related phases including planning, assessing, testing, and reporting, preferredExperience developing strategies for remediation of material weaknesses and other control deficiencies at the Federal level, preferredExperience in one (1) or more of the following areas: federal accounting standards and the US Standard General Ledger (USSGL), FISCAM, Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), NIST, and OMB Circular A-123, preferred License(s)/Certification(s):Ability to obtain and maintain government agency suitability or security clearance, required Relevant industry certification, such as CPA, PMP, CGFM, CDFM, or CISA, preferred
Software:
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), required Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, preferred Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Well-developed and professional interpersonal skillsAbility to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels within the client organization and in the firm Excellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently and collaborate within a team environment and with a customer service focus Ability to follow instructions as directed Superior organizational skills required with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Detail oriented with in-depth knowledge and application of English grammar and ability to proofread all written materials including proposals, pitches, presentations, etc. Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. National Range: $90,000 - $115,000 Maryland Range: $90,000 - $115,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $90,000 - $115,000
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