Auditor - Entry to Expert (Maryland)
National Security Agency
Fort Meade, MD
Full-time
Accounting
Posted on September 6, 2023
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) at NSA conducts independent oversight that promotes wise use of public resources; adherence to laws, rules, and regulations; and respect for Constitutional rights. The OIG also detects and deters waste, fraud, abuse, and misconduct, and promotes economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of NSA's programs and operations worldwide. Description of Position(s) Within the OIG, the Audits branch performs independent audits and related reviews of Agency programs and operations in accordance with government auditing standards, designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards and to improve the Agency's efficiency and effectiveness. The Audit branch has three functions: Financial, Performance, and Cyber/Information Technology (IT). Financial Team: As an Auditor in the financial branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits of NSA's financial statements and related financial activities. Responsibilities of Auditors working in the financial branch include: Assisting in the performance of complex and comprehensive audits of NSA financial statements and NSA financial operations; Overseeing the planning and execution of financial audits contracted to an independent public accounting firm to perform the audit of the Agency's financial statements; Evaluating the work of external auditors to ensure their work complies with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS), the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) performance and reporting standards, and relevant statements on auditing standards (SASs); Assisting in the development of formal reports and recommendations to Agency officials for corrective actions; and Consulting with the NSA Office of General Counsel on matters involving interpretation or possible violations of laws, rules, or regulations. Financial Systems Team: As an Auditor on the Financial Systems team, a component of the financial branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits and examinations of NSA's financial general and application IT controls. Responsibilities of Auditors working on the Financial Systems team include: As part of the annual financial statement audit, overseeing the planning and execution of the assessment of NSA financial IT controls in accordance with the Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual; Overseeing the planning and execution of the assessment of NSA financial IT and business controls as identified by NSA as part of a Type II Service Organization 1 examination in accordance with Standards for Attestation Engagement 18; Evaluating the work of external auditors to ensure their work complies with GAGAS, AICPA performance and reporting standards, and relevant SASs; Assisting in the development of formal reports and recommendations to Agency officials for corrective actions; and Consulting with the NSA Office of General Counsel on matters involving interpretation or possible violations of laws, rules or regulations. Performance Team: As an Auditor in the Performance branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits of NSA's program operations, contract compliance, and mission. As an Auditor in the Cyber/IT branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits of NSA's IT programs, systems, and policies. Responsibilities of Auditors working in the Performance and Cyber/IT branches include: Conducting risk assessments on Agency programs and processes; Researching, planning, and developing audit objectives, approaches, and scopes; Assessing and evaluating internal controls within the context of audit objectives; Identifying and evaluating criteria to measure performance and evaluate compliance; Conducting interviews within the context of an audit or review; Gathering and analyzing audit evidence and comparing observed results to specified requirements in the criteria; Identifying problems and developing recommendations to improve the Agency's efficiency and effectiveness; and Writing reports outlining results and findings from assessments and evaluations.
SKILLS
All Auditors are required to complete 80 hours of training every two years to maintain requisite knowledge, skills, abilities, and professional development. The ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continuous learning who has strong problem-solving, communication (both oral and written), and interpersonal skills and who is: Accountable, Detail oriented, Able to adapt to changing requirements, Able to manage multiple tasks and assignments, and Able to work effectively (independently or within teams) across functional areas in a professional and collaborative environment. Specialized knowledge and experience in any of the following is desired: Applying auditing standards, principles, and appropriate methods when analyzing processes and evaluating internal management controls; Applying techniques of interviewing, elicitation, and debriefing in a systematic manner; Obtaining, evaluating, organizing, and maintaining information, and Leading an audit team.
PAY BENEFITS & WORK SCHEDULE
Salary Offers are based on candidate's education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. This ad is for Maryland. Salary Range: $53,105 - $183,500 (Entry, Full Performance, Senior, Expert) Work Schedule: Applicants should be aware this job requires Monday - Friday, with basic 8 hr/day work requirements between 0600 and 1800 (flexible). On-the-job training, internal NSA Courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) defines the oversight authority, responsibilities, and guidance regarding activities of the OIG at NSA and conducts oversight of the NSA mission. Within the OIG, through our value-added, transparent, and independent audits, evaluations, inspections, and investigations, we strive to positively impact the Agency. Our employees are passionate about the OIG's mission, and it shows in our overwhelmingly positive Intelligence Community climate survey results. Our leadership team is consistently lauded for supporting work-life balance and employee development, as well as respect, integrity, and honesty. If you're looking to join an organization with a unique mission, great people, and an amazing leadership team, the OIG is the place for you!
HOW TO APPLY
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Due to time sensitive communications regarding your application, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. Please review the job posting thoroughly to ensure you meet the described qualifications and are aware of all associated requirements. To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply' button located at the top right of this posting. After completing the application for the first time, or reviewing previously entered information, and clicking the 'Submit' button, you will receive a confirmation email. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as job postings could close earlier than the closing date due to sufficient number of applicants, or the position is no longer available. You may be asked a series of questions depending on the position you apply for. Your responses will be used as part of the application screening process and will assist in determining your eligibility for the position. Be sure to showcase within your resume those experiences relevant to this position. Failure to provide the required information or providing inaccurate information will result in your application not being considered for this position. Only those applicants who meet all position qualifications, may be contacted to begin employment processing. Please remain diligent in monitoring email and your SPAM folder. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate. Please visit our Diversity link for more information. This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.
DCIPS Disclaimer
The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority.
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) at NSA conducts independent oversight that promotes wise use of public resources; adherence to laws, rules, and regulations; and respect for Constitutional rights. The OIG also detects and deters waste, fraud, abuse, and misconduct, and promotes economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of NSA's programs and operations worldwide. Description of Position(s) Within the OIG, the Audits branch performs independent audits and related reviews of Agency programs and operations in accordance with government auditing standards, designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards and to improve the Agency's efficiency and effectiveness. The Audit branch has three functions: Financial, Performance, and Cyber/Information Technology (IT). Financial Team: As an Auditor in the financial branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits of NSA's financial statements and related financial activities. Responsibilities of Auditors working in the financial branch include: Assisting in the performance of complex and comprehensive audits of NSA financial statements and NSA financial operations; Overseeing the planning and execution of financial audits contracted to an independent public accounting firm to perform the audit of the Agency's financial statements; Evaluating the work of external auditors to ensure their work complies with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS), the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) performance and reporting standards, and relevant statements on auditing standards (SASs); Assisting in the development of formal reports and recommendations to Agency officials for corrective actions; and Consulting with the NSA Office of General Counsel on matters involving interpretation or possible violations of laws, rules, or regulations. Financial Systems Team: As an Auditor on the Financial Systems team, a component of the financial branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits and examinations of NSA's financial general and application IT controls. Responsibilities of Auditors working on the Financial Systems team include: As part of the annual financial statement audit, overseeing the planning and execution of the assessment of NSA financial IT controls in accordance with the Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual; Overseeing the planning and execution of the assessment of NSA financial IT and business controls as identified by NSA as part of a Type II Service Organization 1 examination in accordance with Standards for Attestation Engagement 18; Evaluating the work of external auditors to ensure their work complies with GAGAS, AICPA performance and reporting standards, and relevant SASs; Assisting in the development of formal reports and recommendations to Agency officials for corrective actions; and Consulting with the NSA Office of General Counsel on matters involving interpretation or possible violations of laws, rules or regulations. Performance Team: As an Auditor in the Performance branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits of NSA's program operations, contract compliance, and mission. As an Auditor in the Cyber/IT branch, you will be part of a team that oversees and conducts audits of NSA's IT programs, systems, and policies. Responsibilities of Auditors working in the Performance and Cyber/IT branches include: Conducting risk assessments on Agency programs and processes; Researching, planning, and developing audit objectives, approaches, and scopes; Assessing and evaluating internal controls within the context of audit objectives; Identifying and evaluating criteria to measure performance and evaluate compliance; Conducting interviews within the context of an audit or review; Gathering and analyzing audit evidence and comparing observed results to specified requirements in the criteria; Identifying problems and developing recommendations to improve the Agency's efficiency and effectiveness; and Writing reports outlining results and findings from assessments and evaluations.
SKILLS
All Auditors are required to complete 80 hours of training every two years to maintain requisite knowledge, skills, abilities, and professional development. The ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continuous learning who has strong problem-solving, communication (both oral and written), and interpersonal skills and who is: Accountable, Detail oriented, Able to adapt to changing requirements, Able to manage multiple tasks and assignments, and Able to work effectively (independently or within teams) across functional areas in a professional and collaborative environment. Specialized knowledge and experience in any of the following is desired: Applying auditing standards, principles, and appropriate methods when analyzing processes and evaluating internal management controls; Applying techniques of interviewing, elicitation, and debriefing in a systematic manner; Obtaining, evaluating, organizing, and maintaining information, and Leading an audit team.
PAY BENEFITS & WORK SCHEDULE
Salary Offers are based on candidate's education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. This ad is for Maryland. Salary Range: $53,105 - $183,500 (Entry, Full Performance, Senior, Expert) Work Schedule: Applicants should be aware this job requires Monday - Friday, with basic 8 hr/day work requirements between 0600 and 1800 (flexible). On-the-job training, internal NSA Courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) defines the oversight authority, responsibilities, and guidance regarding activities of the OIG at NSA and conducts oversight of the NSA mission. Within the OIG, through our value-added, transparent, and independent audits, evaluations, inspections, and investigations, we strive to positively impact the Agency. Our employees are passionate about the OIG's mission, and it shows in our overwhelmingly positive Intelligence Community climate survey results. Our leadership team is consistently lauded for supporting work-life balance and employee development, as well as respect, integrity, and honesty. If you're looking to join an organization with a unique mission, great people, and an amazing leadership team, the OIG is the place for you!
HOW TO APPLY
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Due to time sensitive communications regarding your application, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. Please review the job posting thoroughly to ensure you meet the described qualifications and are aware of all associated requirements. To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply' button located at the top right of this posting. After completing the application for the first time, or reviewing previously entered information, and clicking the 'Submit' button, you will receive a confirmation email. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as job postings could close earlier than the closing date due to sufficient number of applicants, or the position is no longer available. You may be asked a series of questions depending on the position you apply for. Your responses will be used as part of the application screening process and will assist in determining your eligibility for the position. Be sure to showcase within your resume those experiences relevant to this position. Failure to provide the required information or providing inaccurate information will result in your application not being considered for this position. Only those applicants who meet all position qualifications, may be contacted to begin employment processing. Please remain diligent in monitoring email and your SPAM folder. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate. Please visit our Diversity link for more information. This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.
DCIPS Disclaimer
The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority.
