Program Analyst

The primary purpose of this Program Analyst position is to serve as a liaison supporting and facilitating the completion of federal audits, while promoting compliance with applicable requirements and coordinating related training efforts.

This Program Analyst position is located Direct Reports, Chief of Staff, Audit Liasion Division, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to: Audit Liaison, Coordination, and External Auditor Engagement Serves as a technical advisor on audit matters and acts as the primary point of contact between the agency and external auditors throughout the audit lifecycle. Coordinates audit activities and provide requested data, documentation, and official responses to auditors in a timely, accurate, and complete manner. Facilitates communication among and delivers training to program offices, auditors, and other stakeholders to support audit readiness, resolve audit issues, and ensure consistent understanding of audit requirements. Audit Findings, Corrective Actions, and Compliance Monitoring Reviews draft agency responses and related audit products before external transmission to ensure they are accurate, complete, logically supported, and consistent with the agency's official position. Maintains comprehensive records of audit findings, recommendations, corrective actions, and supporting documentation to ensure timely tracking, follow-up, and resolution. Program Analysis, Management Advisory Services, and Continuous Improvement Provides regular updates regarding high profile issues to senior officials and the Departmental Audit Liaison, including written reports and verbal briefings. Advises management on the effectiveness and efficiency of the audit liaison program, identifying areas for improvement and recommending solutions to address areas of concern. Provides expert guidance on unusual or complex issues related to audit activities. Audit Policy, Guidance, Requirements, and Program Development Reviews changes to relevant laws, regulations, and Federal audit requirements to assess their impact on the audit process and consults legal counsel as appropriate. Communicates significant changes in audit policies and procedures to relevant stakeholders across the agency and provides guidance. Develops and implements approaches, techniques, procedures, and guidance for audit liaison activities to ensure consistency with Federal requirements and agency objectives.

You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National. You must have reached the minimum age (18) at the time of application. You must complete a favorable Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI). You must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret-SCI Clearance. Selective Service registration is required. Position is subject pre-employment and random drug testing. If you fail to meet the conditions of employment or any other pre-employment requirements, such as missing any of the scheduled appointments, the hiring agency may rescind their tentative offer of employment. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for TSA to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.