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.

Duties

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

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.

Contacts

• Address US House of Representatives Office of Inspector General Capitol Hill No Mail Accepted Washington, DC 20515 US
• Name: Susan Kozubski
• Email: [email protected]