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Senior Auditor (Information Systems)

Legislative Branch
House of Representatives
Office of Inspector General
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Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day accomplishment of assigned audit tasks required in evaluating information systems 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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Open & closing dates
12/16/2024 to 01/29/2025
Salary
$134,633 to - $145,409 per year

*Commensurate with qualifications and experience. This job uses the House Pay Schedule (HS).

Pay scale & grade
HS 11
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
12 - HS-12, Full Performance Level
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
IG-24-04 IS-OPM
Control number
824190100

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. citizens, nationals, or those that owe allegiance to the U.S are eligible to apply to this posting. Other Requirements: 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; and must reside in or relocate to the Washington, D.C. area.

Duties

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  • Independently plan and perform audit objectives for information systems audits, including audits of general and application controls and information system management processes.
  • Independently configure, use and design tests for audit tools (i.e. software and/or scripts); test systems for vulnerabilities; analyze the data produced; and translate that data into validated audit issues.
  • Independently perform assigned audit tasks including, collecting and analyzing relevant documents/data and performing complex analysis to identify potential audit issues, causes, and solutions.
  • Assess the risk and significance to House systems/operations of issues identified from assigned audit objectives.
  • Conduct meetings, interviews, and briefings.
  • Produce work products to include audit work papers and briefing documents.
  • Brief supervisors on work performed, audit issues identified, and any unexpected delays or problems.
  • Stay apprised of current audit techniques, issues, and trends in information systems and systems security.
  • Identify potential audit areas for the IS Division as part of the annual audit planning process and write corresponding fact sheets.
  • Contribute to improving the IS Division and the OIG office through efforts such as identifying and implementing new and improved processes, techniques, and tools; proposing process changes needed to implement improvements; sharing knowledge; and providing assistance.
Other Duties:
  • Propose personal training and development plans.
  • Provide assistance to contractors as assigned.
  • Participate in special projects and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Work Environment and Location. 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 in Washington, D.C.

The Official Work Site for the OIG is the Capitol Complex, specifically the Ford House Office Building. Telework/telecommuting may be available for staff, depending on the position and at the sole discretion of the IG, but only to the extent that the work is done within the Greater Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area.

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:

  • At least 5 years of experience performing information systems audits, including audits of general controls, application controls, and information systems processes.
  • Extensive experience and knowledge of information systems, information systems auditing, information systems security, information systems management, computer operating systems, network protocols, and audit tools and techniques.

Education

  • An undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as Information Technology or Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Accounting or Business Administration (with IT Focus), Data Analytics of Data Science, Engineering (with a focus on IT or software);
  • and 24 semester hours of accounting (may include up to 6 semester hours in business law) is required.
  • An applicable graduate degree or one professional certification is required. Qualifying certifications include: CISA, CISSP, CIA, and CRISC.

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. See OPM link in BENEFITS section.

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.

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, sexual orientation, disability, age, or national origin. Transportation and all related travel expenses associated with the interview and hiring process must be paid by the applicant. Reimbursement is not allowable for moving and related relocation expenses. 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."

How you will be evaluated

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

Candidates whose resume indicates the level of experience necessary and the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and who also meet the education requirements will be given preference.

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