Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

About this role

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Job Description

The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) will be responsible for planning and executing audits of the client's information systems and controls to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and demonstrate operational effectiveness. Lead the technical preparation for the annual SOC 1 audit by evaluating and testing IT General Controls (ITGCs), including change management, logical access, and IT operations. Assess the design and operating effectiveness of security controls in support of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorization. Develop audit plans, execute control testing procedures, and collect evidence to demonstrate compliance with DoD policies and industry best practices. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to review system configurations, audit logs, and process documentation, identifying control deficiencies and providing actionable recommendations for remediation.

Required Experience:

• Candidates must meet one of the following three areas:

• Advanced Degree:

• Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering.

• Equivalent Training:
Completion of one of the following accepted training programs:

• Cyber 101

• IT Program Auditor (Advanced) Playlist

• Professional Certification:
Holding one of these certifications:

• RCCE Level 1

• CCISO

• CCSP

• CISA

• CISM

• CISSP

• FITSP-A

• FITSP-M

• GCSA

• GISF

• GSLC

• 8 years of experience with IT audit/compliance

• Experience conducting SOC, NIST, or RMF audits

Security Clearance:

• Active Secret, Top Secret, TS/SCI, or TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required, depending on position

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia,…