About the role
Job Description
The Compliance/Audit Specialist serves as the primary liaison between the program and external independent public auditors, leading all aspects of the annual System and Organization Controls (SOC1) audit process including preparation, evidence collection, documentation review, and audit reporting. This role ensures program compliance with federal regulations, DoD policies, and industry standards while serving as the principal point of contact for external auditors throughout the audit lifecycle.
Experience Requirement:
- 8 years of experience with audit/compliance experience (SOC, FedRAMP, FISMA, etc.)
- Experience supporting federal audits and working with internal controls frameworks
Education Requirement:
To qualify for this position, candidates must meet at least one of the following educational or professional requirements:
Advanced Academic Degrees
- Candidates must possess a Bachelors degree in one of the following fields: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering.
Relevant Training
- Alternatively, completion of specialized training programs such as Cyber 101, IT Program Auditor (Advanced), or Playlist
Professional Certifications
- Candidates may also meet the education requirement by holding one of the following professional certifications: RCCE Level 1, CCISO, CCSP, CISA, CISM, CISSP, FITSP-A, FITSP-M, GCSA, GISF, or GSLC
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, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, 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.