IG-Auditor - Full Performance Level

WE ARE THE NRO

For sixty years, the NRO has developed, acquired, launched and operated the satellites that are the foundation for America’s advantage and strength in space. Using a diversified architecture of spacecraft, NRO collects and delivers the best space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance content on the planet.

Learn more at NRO.gov.

Basic Eligibility For A Position With The NRO
 

• You must be a U.S. Citizen
• You must be 18 years of age or older
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
• You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic drug testing
• You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic polygraph examinations

Where You Will Work 

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent office reporting to the Director, National Reconnaissance Office (DNRO) and Congress. The Inspector General (IG) is appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. The OIG is responsible for conducting audits, inspections, investigations, and special reviews related to NRO programs and operations; providing leadership with recommendations to promote economy, efficiency and effectiveness; preventing and detecting fraud, waste and abuse in NRO programs and operations; and providing a means to keep the DNRO and the Congress fully and currently informed of issues concerning fraud and other serious problems, abuses and deficiencies in NRO's programs or operations.

This is Auditor work within The Inspector General (IG) Auditor occupation. Work is performed at the corporate level of the NRO and is conducted in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), under the direction, control, and authority of the Assistant Inspector General for Audits. This work is performed independently or in a team environment, with oversight by an Auditor-In-Charge (AIC) or senior audit management. The work includes the full range of duties in conducting various types of audits (e.g., performance, attestation, financial, and oversight of an Independent Public Accountant (IPA)) and performing special reviews of programs and activities within all directorates and offices of the NRO. Duties include: assessing risk; testing controls; collecting information; analyzing data; examining and evaluating documents relating to NRO activities; managing resources; identifying issues and developing recommendations; briefing results; preparing written audit reports; and following up on management action plans that address recommendations. Domestic and foreign TDY travel may be required.

The NRO Cadre is collecting resumes for consideration against current and future opportunities for full performance level (GG-12/13), Performance Auditors, occupational series 0511. For more information on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) occupational series, click here.

Your resume may be considered for other positions which your skills and experience may be a good match.

This is a full-time position that is open from May 9, 2024 to May 23, 2024. Resumes must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST on May 23, 2024.

Who May Apply
 

• This position is open to the public.
• Federal government employees MUST currently be at the grade level or higher as indicated in this announcement. This is NOT a promotion opportunity for current Federal government employees. If selected for the position, Federal government employees will transition laterally at their current grade level and step.
• Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoD 1400.25 Volume 2006.
• The NRO is only accepting external applicants for this job announcement. Current NRO Cadre employees should apply internally.
• This position may not qualify for the appointment of a reemployed federal annuitant IAW DoDI 1400.25 Volume 300.

What You Will Be Doing 

• The NRO Office of Inspector General (OIG), Audits Division (AUD) is seeking highly motivated, dynamic officers to serve on audit teams conducting performance and financial audits.
• The auditor carries out tasks independently and reports directly to the Auditor-In-Charge; designs audit procedures, performs risk assessments, tests controls, analyzes data, contributes to the preparation of draft and final reports, and follows up on open recommendation from past audits.
• The incumbent will engage with a diverse group of government, military, and contractor personnel in addressing a broad range of issues. Audits can originate internally, but some are conducted in response to requests from the DNRO, Congress, and members of the Intelligence Community.
• Duties may include monitoring and evaluating contractor work. Working in the OIG allows for growth beyond a particular area of expertise and the opportunity to gain greater understanding of the NRO mission.
• Independently executes audit program ensuring tasks are completed in accordance with objectives and within milestones.
  • Designs research and audit programs (including scope, objectives, and methodology) to ensure audit objectives are accomplished and identifies and collects source documents and documentary data to support the audit.
  • Conducts and documents the results of interviews with organizational personnel.
  • Independently analyzes information from multiple sources to verify accuracy and completeness.
  • Identifies patterns, trends, and issues in data using quantitative and qualitative analytical methods.
  • Draws conclusions about the effectiveness of internal controls and accuracy and completeness of financial information.
  • Maintains professional standards for ethical behavior and integrity when conducting audits.
• Independently writes summaries of data analysis and develops audit findings and communicates results.
  • Develops, maintains, and manages the audit documentation, ensuring testing methodology, conclusions, and results are recorded in a clear, concise, complete, and supportable manner.
  • Develops and delivers briefings on audit issues, tailoring information to the audience to include the Auditor-In-Charge, Audit Division managers, OIG managers, and NRO managers.
  • Develops defensible decisions or recommendations based on a thorough analysis of all relevant information.
  • Develops audit findings and recommendations in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, prepares and conducts oral presentations and written reports.
  • Proofs and edits own work for accuracy and clarity.
  • Contributes to briefings and reports that can go to senior officials and external stakeholders.

What You Need 
 

• BS/BA degree in accounting, auditing, business management, business administration, finance, or other relevant discipline.
• Strong performance record.
• Skill to plan, organize, and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Excellent critical thinking and reasoning skills. Ability to analyze quantitative and qualitative data, discern key issues, and draw appropriate conclusions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment; must be able to work effectively with people under a wide variety of conditions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to brief authoritatively. Ability to write clearly and concisely and prepare convincing findings to include in audit reports.
• Ability to meet the professional standard of independence and maintain the ethical and professional behavior as prescribed by the standards.
• Ability to travel (up to 10%), domestically and overseas.
• General knowledge of government auditing standards.

Highly Desired 
 

• Advanced degrees or relevant Professional certifications such as Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Professional Contract Manager, Certified Commercial Contracts Manager, Certified Federal Contracts Manager, Certified Project Management Professional, or Certified Internal Auditor.
• Experience serving as a Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer Technical Representative, Program Managers, or Finance Officer.
• Possess an understanding of the mechanics of a general ledger, form and content of financial statements, and an effective structure of internal control to include system general and application controls.
• General knowledge of the NRO organization structure and mission activities.

Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform and is typically in or directly related to the duties of the position as described above. Experience must be reflected in your resume. 

Other Information
 

• Overtime Statement: MAY be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Travel Statement: MAY be required to travel in military or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Financial Disclosure: MAY be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.

Location

Chantilly, VA, 20151

Telework is not available and you must be able to work at the specified location(s).

Salary

2024 salary range for the Washington, DC area:

GG-12: $99,200 – $128,956. 

GG-13: $117,962 – $153,354. 

**This position is a full performance level DCIPS position. The NRO is accepting applications from U.S. Citizens and current federal government employees for this position. To qualify for the position, federal government employees MUST currently be at the GG – 12/13 grade level and may ONLY apply for a lateral reassignment at their current grade level and step. Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoD 1400.25 Volume 2006.

Hiring Incentives

The NRO may offer hiring incentives and other entitlements at management’s discretion.

Trial Period

All new DCIPS employees will be required to serve a 2-year trial period.

Veterans’ Preference

DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans’ Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Vol 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans’ preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must submit documents verifying your eligibility upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
 

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants  

Reasonable Accommodation Policy

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits.

Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when:
 

• An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.
• An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
• An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.

You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please send your request to Hiring@nro.mil.

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Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): We use this information to determine qualifications for employment. This is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.

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