IT Systems Audit Manager/Audit (SME)

McLean, Virginia, US on site Until 9/29/2026 6+ years exp First posted July 31, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description

Overview

Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With more than 1,700+ team members, 1,500+ AI & data experts, and 100+ prime contracts, we deliver at scale and with purpose.

 

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Position Summary

Credence has an immediate need for a IT Systems Audit Manager and Subject Matter Expert (SME) who will support a critical identity management application for DoD. This role will be responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and managing complex accounting and audit projects in accordance with applicable laws, standards, regulations, and customer requirements. This position provides technical direction to project teams, analyzes complex financial and business issues, develops client solutions, manages day-to-day audit activities and deliverables within established schedules and budgets, reviews work products for completeness and compliance, and leads client meetings and presentations.

  • Applies accounting principles and theories to assist management in making informed decisions, solves complex problems, and help managers improve performance in accordance with laws, standards, and regulations.
  • Manages a project and provides guidance and direction for specific projects or sub-tasks.
  • Participates in planning of engagement and in all tasks delegated by managers.
  • Designs, implements and manages accounting or audit projects. Analyzes and develops client solutions with team.
  • Interfaces with the client on a day-to-day basis.
  • Directs the completion of project specific tasks within estimated time frames and budget constraints and ensures deliverables are compliant with the PWS.
  • Manages day-to-day activities and review work products for completeness and adherence to applicable regulations and customer requirements.
  • Delivers presentations and leads client meetings.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant business or technical field
  • At least 6 years of applicable financial or business experience, including at least 2 years with the government leading and providing technical direction on audit and/or audit advisory projects.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.)
  • Excellent analytical and writing skills.
  • Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations
  • Knowledgeable in OMB Circulars A-123, Management’s Responsibility for Internal Control; A-127, Financial Management Systems; A-134, Financial Accounting Principles and Standards; and the Federal Information Systems Controls Audit Manual requirements
  • Experience working with DoD/DLA
  • Relevant certification from a nationally recognized authority. Project Management certification (i.e., Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, Agile, other equivalent nationally recognized certification.
  • Preferred: Possess and maintain an active CompTIA Security+ certification (or an approved industry equivalent, such as ISC2 SSCP).
  • Must possess IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3)

Salary Range: $120,000.00 to $150,000.00 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, education, skills, and overall qualifications.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Work From Home
  • Free Food & Snacks
  • Wellness Resources
About this role

Summary

Lead and manage complex audit projects for government clients, ensuring compliance and technical accuracy.

Job title

IT Systems Audit Manager/Audit (SME)

Experience level

6+ years

Minimum experience

6+ years exp

Industry

defense

Location requirements

McLean, Virginia, with remote work allowed

Salary

$120k–$150k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Microsoft OfficeFederal Acquisition RegulationsOMB CircularsDoD/DLA experiencecertification

Preferred skills

CompTIA Security+PMPagile

Specializations

auditfinancialgovernmentcompliancesecurity
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

McLean, VA, USA

Hybrid City
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