Consultant, Public Health - CMS A-123 Information Technology
Guidehouse
US - VA, McLean
Full-Time
Competitive
OfficeSenior
Job Family:
Operational Effectiveness Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
Support and execute 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 execute IT test plans for systems supporting financial reporting, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as FISMA, FISCAM, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800‑53, and NIST SP 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 support appropriate coverage of control objectives and key 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 input and recommendations on IT risk, control gaps, and remediation strategies, contributing to the agency’s internal control maturity and compliance posture.
Support proposal development, capture activities, and other business development efforts, as needed.
Provide day‑to‑day guidance to junior staff and contribute to knowledge sharing, training, and onboarding activities.
What You Will Need:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, Legal, Computer Sciences, Cybersecurity, Accounting, or a related field.
Minimum of 1 + years of professional experience supporting IT risk, controls, and security assessments within complex federal entities.
Experience integrating IT controls into broader internal control frameworks (e.g., OMB Circular A‑123, FMFIA).
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance (i.e. US citizenship required).
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
Demonstrated experience working with FISMA, FISCAM, FedRAMP, and NIST frameworks.
Experience supporting cross‑functional IT control assessments and coordinating with Federal A‑123 leadership, business owners, and external auditors.
Skilled in developing IT test plans, conducting walkthroughs, and documenting control design and operating effectiveness.
Experience supporting Corrective Action Plan (CAP) development and validation.
Additional certifications such as CISSP, CGFM, PMP, or relevant cloud security credentials (e.g., AWS, Azure).
Experience mapping IT systems to financial reporting cycles and control matrices.
Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365, SharePoint, and other enterprise GRC platforms used for A‑123 testing and documentation.
Demonstrated ability to support the use of automation, analytics, AI, or other technology‑enabled approaches within internal control solutions.
Comfortable advising on IT system risks, control gaps, and remediation strategies in a highly regulated federal environment.
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
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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