Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

IT Internal Auditor (Temporary/Full-Time)

Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of related experience or 3 years with a Master's degree
  • Demonstrated experience as an internal or external auditor
  • Strong desire to obtain relevant certifications (CISA, CPA, CIA)
  • Competent in IT auditing principles and internal controls
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Responsibilities

  • Conduct audits of internal IT systems and assess risks
  • Develop and implement an audit control framework
  • Identify and recommend corrective actions for various risks
  • Evaluate complex information systems and controls
  • Communicate audit results and recommendations in formal reports
  • Support internal audits for financial and compliance matters

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and specialized certification
  • Work in a dynamic corporate environment in San Diego
  • Engagement with senior internal and external partners
  • Possibility of contributing to high-stakes compliance projects
  • Exposure to diverse information systems and technologies
Full Job Description
Kratos is seeking an experienced IT Internal Auditor (Temporary/Full-Time) to join the Corporate team at their San Diego location.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Conducts audits of internal information technology system and risk assessments. Develops and implements an audit and control framework to monitor IT production environments for potential system integrity, cyber-risk exposure and control weaknesses. Identifies various risks (e.g., financial, operational, compliance) to the organization and makes recommendations for corrective actions/mitigation of risks as appropriate. Evaluates complex information systems and controls including but not limited to applications, business control processes, change control management procedures, security, networks, and computer and data center operations. Develops formal written reports to communicate audit results to management and regulatory compliance agencies, if applicable and communicates recommendations for corrective actions. May provide support with other audit matters and projects, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), financial, operational, government compliance and other ad-hoc projects as assigned. May require audit knowledge and skills in finance/accounting and support internal audits within established business process controls. Typically requires expertise in enterprise software and relational databases. This position requires the ability to obtain security clearance, if needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Complete knowledge and full understanding of the area of specialization, principles and practices within a professional discipline.
• Assesses unusual circumstances and uses sophisticated analytical and problem-solving techniques to identify cause.
• Resolves and assesses a wide range of issues in creative ways and suggests variations in approach.
• This job is a fully qualified, experienced professional, journey-level position.
• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of information and/or data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Devises solutions based on limited information and precedents and adapts existing approaches to resolve issues.
• Uses evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select the right course of action.
• Work is done independently and is reviewed at critical points.
• Enhances relationships and networks with senior internal/external partners who are not familiar with the subject matter often requiring persuasion.
• Adapts style to differing audiences and often advises others on difficult matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
• Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and the public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
• Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job.
• Ability to obtain security clearance, if needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years and a Master's degree; or a minimum of 9 years of equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
• Requires demonstrated experience as internal or external auditor.
• Strong desire to obtain specialized certifications such as a CISA , CPA or CIA.
• Strong competencies with principles/techniques of IT auditing and internal controls.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Office cubical environment
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Yes, as required

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Salary range $97K-$110K

About Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. provides mission critical products, solutions, and services in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Kratos Government Solutions, Unmanned Systems, and Public Safety & Security. The Kratos Government Solutions segment offers microwave electronic products, satellite communications, training systems, modular systems, and defense and rocket support services. The Unmanned Systems segment provides unmanned aerial, ground, and seaborne, as well as command, control, and communications systems. The Public Safety & Security segment designs, engineers, deploys, operates, integrates, maintains, and operates security and surveillance solutions for homeland security, public safety, critical infrastructure, government, and commercial customers. The company serves national security related agencies, the department of defense, intelligence agencies, and classified agencies, as well as international government agencies and domestic and international commercial customers; and critical infrastructure, power generation, power transport, nuclear energy, financial, IT, healthcare, education, transportation, and petro-chemical industries, as well as government and military customers. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Learn more about Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Size
3,300 employees
Market Cap
$1.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$79.6 million
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+8.4%
Revenue
$747.6 million
NASDAQ

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