Information Technology Lead - CMS A-123

Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness Consulting

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
Lead the planning, execution and documentation of IT general and application control assessments in alignment with OMB Circular A-123, Appendix A, and federal information security standards.
Additional responsibilities include:
Develop and implement IT test plans for systems supporting financial reporting, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as FISMA, FISCAM, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, and 800-30.

• Coordinate with internal control teams, business owners, and external auditors to identify, document, and test key IT controls across major transaction cycles and systems.

• Map IT systems and applications to financial reporting processes and ensure appropriate coverage of control objectives and risk areas.

• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls, identify deficiencies, and support the development and validation of corrective action plans (CAPs).

• Maintain secure, well-organized documentation and workpapers that support audit readiness and meet federal information security requirements.

• Provide technical guidance on IT risk, control gaps, and remediation strategies, and contribute to the agency’s overall internal control maturity and compliance posture.

• Lead business development for new pursuits.

• Mentor and develop staff and provide career guidance.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Legal, Computer Sciences, cybersecurity or related field.

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) required.

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience leading IT risk, controls, and security assessments within complex federal entities.

• Demonstrated experience with FISMA, FISCAM, FedRAMP, and NIST frameworks.

• Proven track record integrating IT controls into broader internal control frameworks (e.g., A-123, FMFIA).

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Ability to lead cross-functional IT control assessments and coordinate with Federal A-123 Leadership Team, business owners, and external auditors.

• Skilled in developing IT test plans, conducting walkthroughs, and documenting control effectiveness.

• Experience supporting Corrective Action Plan (CAP) development and validation

• Certifications such as CISSP, CGFM, PMP, or relevant cloud security credentials (e.g., AWS, Azure) are highly desirable.

• Experience mapping IT systems to financial reporting cycles and control matrices.

• Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365, SharePoint, and other enterprise GRC platforms used in A-123 testing and documentation

• Demonstrated ability to embed technology into internal control solutions, including automation, AI, and analytics to enhance efficiency and insight

• Comfortable advising on IT system risks, control gaps, and remediation strategies in a highly regulated environment.

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

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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