Senior IT Risk and Controls Consultant
Apply Job ID 35202 Date posted 01/16/2026Job Family:
IT Risk & Controls Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
Guidehouse is currently seeking a financial management professional in support of our Department of War client. This role is critical to ensuring the integrity and security of our information systems and their related business processes. The specialist will be responsible for evaluating, testing, and reporting on the effectiveness of our internal control environment. This includes a specific focus on IT General Controls (ITGCs), application-level controls, business process controls, Service Organization Control (SOC 1) report analysis, and the management of Complementary User Entity Controls (CUECs). The ideal candidate will have a strong, integrated background in both IT and business process audit.
Responsibilities of this role are as follows, to include but not limited to:
Performing rigorous audits/assessments of IT controls using industry-standard guidance and leading practices
Performing walkthrough interviews and maintaining communication with a variety of client stakeholders, including system personnel such as system and database administrators
Requesting, obtaining, reviewing, and analyzing a variety of artifacts to assist in executing IT controls testing such as security plans, SOPs, system screenshots, and system configuration settings
Evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls using provided artifacts, industry-standard guidance, leading practices, and professional judgment
Professionally documenting the results of IT controls test work in a consistent and high-quality manner that would allow a reviewer to repeat the test and reach the same conclusion
Collaborating with process owners to map key business workflows (e.g., Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash), identify risks, and assess the effectiveness of embedded controls like reconciliations, approvals, and segregation of duties.
Planning and executing assessments of automated and manual controls within key business applications, including input/output validations, data integrity checks, and role-based access configurations to ensure data is processed accurately and securely.
Reviewing and analyzing SOC 1 reports from third-party service providers to understand the control environment and identify potential risks to the Department.
Identifying and testing Complementary User Entity Controls (CUECs) required by service provider SOC 1 reports to ensure our responsibilities are met.
Summarizing and communicating IT controls assessment results to a variety of client stakeholders, including senior leadership personnel
Evaluating the overall internal control framework, identify deficiencies, and develop and track remediation plans. Prepare clear and concise reports for leadership on the status of the control environment.
Planning and executing day-to-day activities of IT controls assessments individually and for the team
What You Will Need:
Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE "SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred.
Bachelor’s Degree; FOUR (4) years or more of relevant financial management experience may be used in lieu of bachelor’s degree
THREE (3) or more years of experience in Financial Management
Relevant experience to IT controls, financial management, auditing, internal controls and/or federal financial policy
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification
Demonstrates knowledge and experience in IT risk and controls through IT audits, IT control assessments, and IT security reviews. Demonstrates a working knowledge of IT audit, the FISCAM, and other relevant federal information assurance laws, regulations, and guidance.
Experience supporting an internal control program, SOC 1 Reports and CUECs
Experience performing IT audits, OMB Circular A-123 or similar internal control assessments, and/or remediating and implementing IT controls is preferable.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
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