# IT Systems Audit Manager/Audit (SME)

> Credence · McLean, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-30

**Salary:** USD 130,000–150,000

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** DLA

## Description

At Credence, we support our clients’ mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, secure cloud, digital transformation, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense, health, and international development federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and secure our nation for a better future. We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.

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:** $130,000.00 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

## Apply

[Apply at Credence](https://apply.workable.com/credence/j/FBA6385DD8/apply)

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