Fannie Mae is shaping the future of the U.S. housing market through technology and innovation. The organization drives access to homeownership and affordable rental housing, and this role supports that mission by strengthening its IT risk landscape. The position is offered on a full-time schedule with a flex work arrangement in Reston, VA, or Washington, DC.
Role Summary
The Senior Associate for IT Internal Audit plays a key part in assessing Fannie Mae’s technology environment. The role centers on issue validation across cloud and on-premises platforms while supporting overall IT risk oversight. It provides autonomy, visibility, and a broad exposure to advanced technologies used across the organization.
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Core Responsibilities
1. Technology Risk Insights
The auditor applies technical expertise to validate complex IT issues. This includes cybersecurity, resiliency, and infrastructure areas across both cloud systems and internal data environments.
2. Issue Management Review
The role evaluates the full lifecycle of remediation activities. It offers feedback on remediation progress, highlights potential gaps, and uses a risk-based mindset to guide follow-up plans and recommend deeper analysis when needed.
3. Planning and Documentation
The auditor manages assigned issue validations, maintains clear work papers, and responds promptly to review comments. Guidance from managers is provided when required, but day-to-day work is performed independently.
4. Fieldwork and Testing
Testing activities focus on the highest risk areas. The role conducts testing steps independently and ensures clear, accurate, and complete reporting.
5. Data Analytics and Reporting
The position uses analytics and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Python. It also contributes to trend analyses by compiling and interpreting remediation data for leadership insights.
Experience and Skills
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience in IT Audit, IT Risk Management, or Information Security.
- Strong understanding of cloud technologies, including Amazon Web Services.
- Exposure to cybersecurity concepts
- Ability to manage shifting priorities and multitask effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Solid critical thinking and analytical abilities.
- Ability to perform data analysis and create visualizations.
Preferred Qualifications
- 4 or more years in IT Audit, IT Risk Management, or Information Security.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, mathematics, data science, or a related field.
- Professional certifications, including CISA, CISSP, CEH, CRISC, or CISM.
Compensation and Benefits
The target pay range for this position is $94,000 to $122,000 per year. Salary decisions take into account experience level, certifications, and overall qualifications. The role is eligible for incentive programs and comes with a comprehensive benefits package that covers health, life, lifestyle perks, and financial wellness support.
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Working Environment
Most roles at Fannie Mae require regular onsite presence at the designated office, with cadence determined by the manager. Candidates living within a reasonable commute are preferred unless the role explicitly allows remote work.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
Fannie Mae considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, or any protected category. Applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process may request support through the designated form.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply directly through Fannie Mae’s career portal.
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