Job Abstract

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Amtrak OIG is not a Federal agency. Our employment opportunities are not federal jobs.

Join with the Inspector General to help make America’s railroad operate more efficiently and effectively. Our team provides independent oversight of Amtrak’s programs and operations and works diligently to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse by Amtrak employees, contractors, or vendors. This work not only helps to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Amtrak, but it also informs decision-making by Amtrak’s Board of Directors, Amtrak management, and Congress. We employ a diverse team of auditors, special agents, analysts, forensic examiners, lawyers, and support staff to complete our exciting mission. Join us as we continue toward our goal of building a model OIG centered on independence, teamwork, diversity, work-life balance, and oversight that makes a difference!

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Director oversees one or more multidisciplinary teams conducting independent, objective Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) compliant performance audits of Amtrak Information Technology (IT) programs and operations in a dynamic environment. These audits include assessments of the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of Amtrak IT programs and operations; adequacy of internal controls such as those related to information security; adherence to leading practices; and compliance with laws, regulations policies, contracts and/or grants. The incumbent manages audit resources and staff assigned to audits, ensuring the quality of all related products, and facilitates audit management and employee coaching and development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The incumbent is responsible and accountable for managing and overseeing audits in the assigned IT area, including the following duties:

• Assists the Assistant Inspector General for Audits (AIGA) in developing goals for the audit organization that support the OIG’s overall mission and objectives.
• Plans and supervises GAGAS-compliant performance audits. Identifies priorities, objectives, and staff requirements to accomplish audit objectives.
• Delivers quality products that identify opportunities to improve Amtrak program performance and operations.
• Provides input into the annual work plan for the audit group by assessing areas of Amtrak’s IT program and operations with the highest risk and recommending audits for inclusion.
• Manages, develops, and evaluates subordinate personnel.
• Manages consultants/contractors assigned to the audit team.
• Maintains effective and highly productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and fosters teamwork, collaboration, and coordination.
• Assists office leadership in staffing, recruitment, and hiring efforts.
• Leads internal efforts for organizational improvement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or Computer Science; or Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, or Accounting with significant information technology or information security course work to perform technology audits or equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience with at least 5 years experience in conducting evaluations or performance audits of information technology programs and operations in compliance with GAGAS, including reviews that compared information technology or cybersecurity-related programs and operations to industry standards or applicable laws/regulations.
• 5 or more years experience in managing and developing employees.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work across organizational boundaries to reach mutual goals.
• Knowledge of industry standards and information technology security programs.
• Proven analytical, problem solving, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, teambuilding, training, motivational, and supervisory skills.
• Understanding of and ability to apply GAGAS to produce high-quality audit results.
• Experience in data analysis and using computer-based tools such as Microsoft Office Suite or similar products.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with the laws, practices, and procedures of Federal Inspector General Offices.
• An advanced degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or Business Administration from an accredited university.
• Knowledge of passenger rail operations.
• Seven years experience in the accountability community, particularly at an Office of Inspector General or the Government Accountability Office.
• CISSP, CISA, CIA, CPA, CFE or other professional certification.
• Experience in supervising staff who are knowledgeable in using data analytics to develop audit findings and reports.

COMPENSATION: 

The salary range for the Director, Audits – IT position is $171,938 - $232,117. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, etc.  In addition to your salary, Amtrak OIG offers a flexible hybrid work schedule and comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:161614
Posting Location(s):District of Columbia
Job Family/Function:Government Affairs 
Relocation Offered:No 
Travel Requirements:Up to 25% 
 

You power our progress through your performance.
 

We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions. 

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen. 

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.  

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses. 

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.