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Director, Information Systems Audits

Legislative Branch
House of Representatives
Office of Inspector General
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Summary

Responsible for management and direction of all audits required in evaluating information system activities of the U.S. House of Representatives (House). All work is performed in compliance with the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Policies and Procedures Manual and appropriate professional standards. All duties are performed in the highest ethical manner, while exhibiting the OIG Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, and Innovation.

Overview

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Job closed
Open & closing dates
06/21/2024 to 07/19/2024
Salary
$190,625 to - $196,928 per year

Commensurate with qualifications and experience. House Pay Schedule / 0511 Auditing (IS Audit)/ HS-14.

Pay scale & grade
HS 14
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Overnight travel is rare; generally, only in conjunction with attending out-of-town training or conferences.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
14 - HS-14, Full Performance Level
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Announcement number
IG-24-02 IS-OPM
Control number
796278000

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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  • Independently plan, direct, and control all aspects of the information systems audit program, which includes audits of general and application controls, data integrity, IT project management, system development lifecycle, acquisitions, and information resources management.
  • Identify and approve audit tools (i.e. scanning software and operating system scripts). Review the methodology for using the audit tools to test systems for vulnerabilities, and analyze the data produced and translate the data into validated audit issues.
  • Lead, manage and perform audits, including developing audit plans, identifying data sources, coordinating access to data, performing highly complex analysis of audit documents/data, and identifying audit issues and assessing the risk and significance to House systems and operations.
  • Assess the risk and significance to House systems/operations of issues identified from the audit program.
  • Lead and conduct meetings, briefings, entrance conferences, and exit conferences.
  • Oversee and produce work products to include audit work papers, briefings, reports, Information System (IS) Division standard operating procedures, testimony, evaluations, and other OIG administrative documents.
  • Communicate issues to OIG senior management and the appropriate level of stakeholders throughout the audit, along with the need for corrective actions. Address and resolve conflicts with appropriate level of management.
  • Develop the IS Division's risk-based annual audit plan.
  • Stay apprised of current audit techniques, issues, and trends in information systems and system security. Is a subject matter expert for the IS Division in multiple technologies and audit areas.
  • Contribute to improving the IS Division and OIG office through efforts such as: identifying and implementing new and improved processes, techniques, and tools; proposing and approving process changes needed to implement improvements; facilitating the sharing of knowledge; and providing assistance.
  • Manage contractor budget and performance.
Other Duties:
  • Propose personal training and development plans.
  • Lead and manage special projects and other tasks as assigned.
Leadership and Management:
  • Ensure Assistant Directors and division staff are informed of the scope and status of all current projects.
  • Manage IS Division staff and financial resources across assignments to meet the OIG's and IS Division's objectives.
  • Provide clear guidance and direction to staff on their assignments, audit processes, execution, and development.
  • Manage IS Division staff performance, and in collaboration with the Assistant Director(s), recognize and reward staff contributions, address performance issues, and prepare staff evaluations.
  • Manage IS Division staff development, and in collaboration with Assistant Director(s), create a division-wide plan for training, development, and advancement; ensure individual training and development plans are in place for all IS Division staff.
  • Identify qualified successors and guide the recruitment of new staff.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship or National.
  • Must be eligible for and maintain a minimum Secret security clearance.
  • Pre-employment Criminal History Records Check and fingerprinting is required.
  • Drug testing-designated position. Pre-employment drug screening is required.
Work Environment. The work is usually performed in an office environment. The work is primarily sedentary but there may be some walking in, to, and/or from House Office Buildings, or facilities of the Capitol Complex.

The Office of Inspector General is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The U.S. House of Representatives is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or national origin. Transportation and all related travel expenses associated with the interview and hiring process must be paid by the applicant. Moving and related relocation expenses are not available. Continued employment with Officers and the Inspector General of the House of Representatives is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will.

NOTE: To be employed by a House office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must: 1) Be a U.S. citizen; 2) Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B); 3) Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or 4) Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law).

This is a Legislative Branch appointment. Current U.S. Federal employees selected for hire from another Federal branch of government (Executive, Judicial) must resign from Federal service in their current branch to be appointed to a position in the Legislative branch.

Qualifications

Experience:
Extensive experience and knowledge of information systems, information systems security, information systems management, information systems auditing, computer operating systems, network protocols, and audit scanning tools and techniques. Additional experience in:

  • Planning, directing, and controlling all aspects of an audit program;
  • Identifying audit issues and assessing risk and significance;
  • Managing staff and financial resources; and
  • Applying performance management and staff development concepts.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  • Knowledge of government auditing standards;
  • Knowledge of risk assessment and risk management concepts;
  • Knowledge of performance management and staff development concepts;
  • Work management;
  • Ability to work non-standard hours, as needed; switch job priorities;
  • Guide others in overcoming obstacles and appropriate response to changing work situations or priorities;
  • Communicate complex ideas/facts clearly and in a well-organized manner and actively listen;
  • Provide vision and direction for project objectives;
  • Ability to display understanding, courtesy, respect, and tact in various interactions; establish and maintain positive working relationships, contribute to organizational effectiveness, and implement conflict management;
  • Lead and facilitate collaboration, and build team cohesiveness;
  • Apply skills, methods, and tools, gather and analyze data;
  • Execute processes/procedures required by the OIG Policies and Procedures Manuals, and identify and implement process change;
  • Manage staff performance and development;
  • Motivate staff towards achieving a common goal; and
  • Inspire team through a shared vision, and create an environment where staff feel valued and fulfilled.

Education

  • An undergraduate degree and 24 semester hours of accounting (may include up to 6 semester hours in business law) is required.
  • Must have either (i) an applicable graduate degree and one professional certification, or (ii) two professional certifications. Qualifying certifications include CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, CISSP, and PMP.

Additional information

This organization uses the House Pay Schedule which differs from OPM's.

1. General Benefits - U.S. House of Representatives staff are eligible to participate in the various employee benefits plans (e.g., TSP, FEHB, FEGLI, etc.) to which other federal employees are entitled.

2. Leave Accumulation - Prior federal service and work experience in a related field are considered when calculating an employee's rate of leave accumulation. The IG has the discretion to grant credit to new employees, for leave accrual purposes, for prior related non-federal work experience. All employees accumulate 12 days of sick leave per year regardless of length of prior federal or non-federal service. Annual Leave is calculated as follows:
  • Less than 3 years of service/experience = 12 days annual leave per year.
  • Between 3 years and 6 years of service/experience = 18 days annual leave per year.
  • 6 or more years of service/experience = 24 days annual leave per year.
3. Federal Retirement - The U.S. House of Representatives has five federal retirement plans, Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) and CRSRS-Offset, Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS), FERS-Revised Annuity Employees, or FERS-Further Revised Annuity Employees.

4. Student Loan Repayment Program - Employees may be eligible for reimbursement of up to $10,000 per year (with a maximum of $80,000 in total) for federally backed student loans.

5. Gym Membership to the House Staff Fitness Center.

6. On-site Day Care facility.

7. Flexible work schedule.

8. Eligibility for either free, on-site parking or an amount up to the DOT monthly limit for mass transit benefits.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Candidates whose resumes indicate they meet the education and professional certification requirements, and who also possess the knowledge and experience as listed in the Qualifications section will be given preference.

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