About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Defense & Security — IT Risk & Controls Consulting (Management Consulting).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level IT Controls Consultant to support Defense & Security federal clients in evaluating and strengthening IT internal controls for financial and mission systems. You will work on IT risk and controls assessments, remediation plans, and related activities while developing consulting skills and subject-matter knowledge.

• Perform IT controls assessments using industry guidance (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FISCAM) and leading practices
• Conduct walkthrough interviews and maintain communication with system and application stakeholders
• Request, obtain, review, and analyze artifacts (security plans, SOPs, screenshots, configuration settings) to support testing
• Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of IT controls and document findings clearly and professionally
• Summarize and present assessment results to client stakeholders, including senior leadership
• Plan and execute day-to-day IT controls testing activities both independently and as part of a team
• Work with client personnel to identify root causes of control weaknesses and develop detailed remediation plans
• Respond to ad-hoc IT controls requests and provide subject-matter guidance to client staff
• Support business development, learning & development, and recruiting initiatives as needed

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (must be enrolled through Fall 2026 and graduate by December 2026, per campus recruiting requirements)
• 0+ years of professional experience (entry-level/campus role)
• U.S. Citizenship required to obtain federal security clearances
• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust, Secret, or higher federal security clearance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare technical and non-technical deliverables
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality, repeatable documentation of test work
• Ability to work effectively in teams and participate in client-facing meetings

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Degree/backgrounds in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, or related fields
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and privacy frameworks (NIST, FISMA, FISCAM)
• Exposure to operating systems (Windows/UNIX), databases (Oracle, SQL), vulnerability tools (Nessus), or configuration management tools
• Knowledge of project management principles and lifecycle phases
• Internship or prior experience in IT risk, controls, or federal consulting
• Desire to support public sector clients with national security missions and contribute to firm growth

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Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $56,000 - $94,000 (range provided by Confidential Client; actual pay depends on experience, security clearance, and other factors)
• Comprehensive benefits including medical/Rx, dental, vision, 401(k), parental leave, tuition reimbursement, short- and long-term disability, and more
• Professional development, internal training, mentorship programs, and opportunities for career growth in federal consulting
• Potential eligibility for discretionary variable incentive bonus and mobility stipend

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Security Clearance & Eligibility

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust, Secret, or higher federal security clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Candidates with an active clearance are encouraged to note clearance level on their application.

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Location & Travel

• Primary location: Fairfax, VA
• Travel: Up to ~10% (typical for client engagements)

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Additional Information

This role is with a Confidential Client in the Defense & Security industry providing IT Risk & Controls and Management Consulting services to federal customers. The position is entry-level with strong development opportunities in federal consulting and cybersecurity controls.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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