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Ascension LLC is seeking a Business Analyst II to support the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO) in advancing enterprise-wide workforce analytics, HR technology integration, and data-driven decision-making capabilities.

This role is critical to enabling NSF to transition from fragmented reporting environments to governed, role-based, self-service analytics ecosystems that improve workforce planning, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate is a data-driven problem solver and strategic thinker who thrives in translating complex business needs into actionable analytics solutions. This individual will serve as a key liaison between stakeholders, HR teams, and technical teams, ensuring that analytics products and reporting solutions align with mission priorities and user needs.

Position Summary

The Business Analyst II will support NSF OCHCO by conducting stakeholder interviews, business process mapping, and requirements analysis to design and enhance workforce analytics solutions, dashboards, and reporting frameworks.

This role requires a highly analytical, detail-oriented professional who can:

• Navigate multiple HR systems and data environments
• Identify inefficiencies in reporting and data workflows
• Translate business needs into technical requirements
• Support adoption of analytics tools across the organization

The candidate should be self-driven, adaptable, and capable of working in a fast-paced federal environment with minimal supervision, while proactively identifying problems and delivering scalable solutions.

The role directly supports NSF’s goals to:

• Reduce manual reporting burden
• Improve data governance and consistency
• Enable self-service analytics
• Enhance workforce decision-making capabilities

Day-to-Day Activities

• Conduct stakeholder interviews to gather and validate business and analytics requirements
• Analyze and document current-state and future-state business processes
• Develop detailed requirements documentation, user stories, and functional specifications
• Facilitate requirements workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions
• Translate business needs into data models, dashboards, and reporting requirements
• Support development of Power BI, Tableau, or OAS dashboards for workforce analytics
• Identify data gaps, inconsistencies, and opportunities for data quality improvement
• Collaborate with technical teams to support system integration and analytics development
• Assist in defining data governance processes and reporting standards
• Support user adoption through training materials, documentation, and change management activities
• Monitor performance metrics and recommend continuous improvements
• Support ad hoc reporting and analytics requests from leadership

Ascension LLC is seeking a Training / LMS Specialist (LMS Administrator) to support the National Science Foundation (NSF), Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO) in advancing its enterprise Learning Management System (LMS) operations and workforce development programs.

This role is critical to enabling NSF’s mission by ensuring effective training delivery, compliance tracking, and data-driven workforce development insights across the agency. The selected candidate will serve as a technical and functional LMS administrator and advisor, supporting SAP SuccessFactors LMS operations while improving training analytics, user experience, and system integration.

This position is ideal for professionals with experience in federal HR systems, LMS administration, and training analytics, who thrive in environments focused on process improvement, automation, and data-driven decision-making.

Position Summary

The LMS Administrator will support NSF OCHCO by managing and optimizing the SAP NS2 SuccessFactors Learning Management System, ensuring seamless delivery of training programs, compliance reporting, and learning analytics.

The role supports NSF’s broader objective to modernize human capital systems, reduce manual processes, and enhance self-service analytics capabilities .

The ideal candidate is:

• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Self-driven and able to operate with minimal supervision
• Skilled at troubleshooting LMS issues and improving user experience
• Capable of translating training data into actionable insights
• Experienced in supporting enterprise HR/LMS environments

The candidate will work closely with OCHCO and OCIO stakeholders to ensure LMS operations align with federal IT, security, and data governance standards .

Day-to-Day Activities

• Administer SAP SuccessFactors LMS, including user provisioning, roles, and permissions
• Configure and manage courses, curricula, certifications, and learning paths
• Track and monitor training compliance, completion rates, and workforce readiness metrics
• Generate LMS reports and dashboards to support leadership decision-making
• Provide Tier II help desk support, resolving LMS issues and user inquiries
• Maintain LMS data integrity and perform routine audits for accuracy and completeness
• Support integration of LMS with enterprise systems (Active Directory, data warehouse, LinkedIn Learning)
• Develop and maintain training documentation, SOPs, and user guides
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and enhance LMS functionality
• Support testing, deployment, and release management of LMS updates
• Analyze training data to identify trends and recommend improvements
• Assist in automation of reporting and reduction of manual administrative processes

Ascension LLC is seeking a mid-level HR Technology Analyst (Systems Analyst II) to support the National Science Foundation (NSF), Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO) in modernizing and sustaining its HR technology ecosystem. This role is critical to advancing NSF’s mission by enabling efficient, data-driven human capital operations across enterprise platforms.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on systems analyst with expertise in HR technology platforms, particularly SAP SuccessFactors LMS, who can bridge business needs with technical solutions. This individual will play a key role in supporting LMS administration, system integrations, and enterprise HR technology modernization initiatives.

This position is ideal for professionals who:

• Have experience supporting HR systems, LMS platforms, or enterprise applications
• Thrive in cross-functional environments involving HR, IT, and data teams
• Enjoy solving complex system challenges and improving user experience
• Want to contribute to federal workforce transformation and analytics modernization

Position Summary

The HR Technology Analyst will support NSF OCHCO’s Learning Management System (LMS) operations and broader HR technology modernization efforts, ensuring systems are configured, integrated, and optimized to support workforce development and analytics.

This role focuses on SAP SuccessFactors LMS administration, integration support, workflow configuration, and system troubleshooting, while also supporting enterprise system enhancements and testing.

The ideal candidate is:

• Detail-oriented and analytical, with strong problem-solving skills
• Self-driven and capable of working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Skilled at translating business requirements into technical solutions
• Comfortable supporting multiple systems, stakeholders, and priorities simultaneously

This position directly supports NSF’s goal to reduce manual processes, improve data quality, and enhance self-service analytics capabilities across HR systems.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Analyze HR system requirements and translate them into technical configurations and enhancements
• Support administration of SAP SuccessFactors LMS, including course setup, user management, and compliance tracking
• Configure workflows and system settings to improve HR operations and training delivery
• Perform system integration activities across LMS, Active Directory, data warehouses, and enterprise applications
• Troubleshoot system issues and resolve user-reported problems in coordination with IT teams
• Conduct system testing, validation, and quality assurance for enhancements and updates
• Develop and maintain system documentation, user guides, and configuration records
• Support data validation and ensure accuracy of LMS and HR system data
• Collaborate with OCHCO and OCIO stakeholders to align system functionality with business needs
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance system performance and user experience
• Support reporting and analytics efforts related to training, compliance, and workforce development

Ascension LLC is seeking a high-performing Project Manager (Program Manager I) to lead execution of a mission-critical federal engagement supporting the National Science Foundation (NSF), Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO).

This role is essential to ensuring the successful delivery of enterprise human capital analytics, HR technology modernization, and data-driven decision support services across NSF. The selected candidate will serve as the central integrator across functional teams, ensuring alignment between business analytics, HR systems, data governance, and IT modernization initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of program management, data/technology project oversight, stakeholder coordination, and federal delivery experience, with the ability to operate in a performance-based, outcome-driven environment supporting enterprise transformation initiatives.

Position Summary

The Project Manager will oversee day-to-day contract execution and delivery oversight across all task areas, including workforce analytics, LMS support, business intelligence, human capital research, and HR technology modernization.

This role requires a strategic and detail-oriented leader who can manage multiple concurrent workstreams, coordinate across stakeholders, and ensure compliance with federal performance standards, SLAs, and reporting requirements.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be self-driven and highly organized, capable of managing complex federal programs
• Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills
• Be comfortable operating in dynamic, cross-functional environments
• Anticipate risks and proactively drive solutions
• Enable data-driven decision-making and process improvements

This role directly supports NSF’s goal to:

• Reduce manual reporting
• Improve data quality and governance
• Enable self-service analytics
• Enhance enterprise-wide decision-making

Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities

• Lead day-to-day contract execution across all PWS task areas
• Coordinate cross-functional teams supporting analytics, HR systems, and IT modernization
• Manage project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and SLAs
• Monitor performance metrics, risks, and issue resolution activities
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, briefings, and executive reporting
• Oversee development and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual deliverables
• Track data analytics outputs, dashboard development, and reporting accuracy
• Ensure compliance with federal requirements (FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST, Section 508)
• Support transition planning, onboarding, and knowledge transfer activities
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and innovation adoption
• Coordinate with NSF OCHCO and OCIO to align technical and business objectives
• Maintain communication cadence with COR and Government stakeholders
• Manage subcontractors and small business participation requirements (75% goal)
• Support task order execution and rapid mobilization (5–15 day activation window)

Ascension LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Editor / QA Specialist to support the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Safety Countermeasures Division (NPD-210) in delivering high-quality, compliant, and accessible documentation for the Pedestrian Safety Regional Summits initiative.

This role is critical to ensuring that all written deliverables, including summit reports, evaluation summaries, OMB documentation, and final reports, meet federal quality standards, plain language requirements, and technical accuracy expectations. The selected candidate will play a key role in ensuring clarity, consistency, and usability of materials that influence national pedestrian safety programs and stakeholder decision-making.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, multi-deliverable environment, has strong editorial judgment, and understands how to translate complex technical content into clear, audience-appropriate communication.

Position Summary

The Technical Editor / QA Specialist will support quality assurance and editorial review across all contract deliverables, ensuring alignment with NHTSA’s plain language standards and quality control requirements. This includes reviewing materials for grammar, structure, clarity, accessibility (including Section 508), and logical flow.

This role directly supports requirements under Section C.4.1 (Plain Language) and C.4.2 (Quality Assurance), ensuring that all documents:

• Are free of grammatical errors
• Follow a logical sequence
• Are appropriate for diverse stakeholder audiences
• Include accurate references and citations

The Technical Editor will collaborate closely with the Project Manager, Technical Writer, and Program Coordinator to ensure that all deliverables meet federal expectations and are submission-ready.

Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities

• Review technical and programmatic deliverables for grammar, clarity, consistency, and compliance with federal standards
• Edit summit reports, evaluation summaries, OMB documentation, and final reports for readability and logical flow
• Ensure adherence to NHTSA plain language guidelines and audience-appropriate communication
• Validate document structure, formatting, and alignment with contract deliverable requirements
• Perform quality control checks on all written materials prior to submission to the COR
• Coordinate with technical writers and SMEs to resolve inconsistencies or unclear content
• Apply Section 508 accessibility considerations to electronic documents when required
• Standardize formatting, terminology, and style across all deliverables
• Support development of templates, editorial guidelines, and QA checklists
• Identify gaps, ambiguities, or inconsistencies in technical content and recommend revisions
• Ensure compliance with submission requirements for Microsoft Word and supporting materials
• Assist with final production readiness of reports and presentation materials

Ascension LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Technical Writer to support the NHTSA Pedestrian Safety Regional Summits initiative, a nationwide effort aimed at reducing pedestrian fatalities and improving safety outcomes through stakeholder engagement, data-driven strategies, and dissemination of best practices.

This role is critical to translating complex technical, analytical, and programmatic information into clear, actionable, and accessible content for diverse audiences including federal stakeholders, state partners, public safety officials, and community organizations. The Technical Writer will directly support the development of work plans, OMB documentation packages, summit reports, and final program deliverables, ensuring compliance with Federal plain language standards and quality assurance requirements.

The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced federal consulting environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and can independently manage multiple deliverables with minimal oversight.

Position Summary

The Technical Writer will support NHTSA by producing high-quality written deliverables throughout the lifecycle of the Pedestrian Safety Regional Summits project. This includes drafting and refining work plans, evaluation materials, OMB approval documentation, monthly reports, summit summaries, and final reports.

This role requires the ability to:

• Interpret technical and programmatic inputs from multiple stakeholders
• Synthesize data and evaluation findings into compelling narratives
• Ensure all materials comply with plain language requirements and federal documentation standards
• Support the development of materials used for stakeholder engagement, evaluation, and reporting

The Technical Writer will work closely with the Project Manager, Program Coordinator, and subject matter experts to ensure that all deliverables are accurate, timely, and aligned with NHTSA objectives.

Day-to-Day / Core Responsibilities

• Develop structured work plans, reports, and technical documentation aligned with project milestones
• Draft OMB package materials including survey instruments, methodologies, and evaluation approaches
• Prepare post-summit reports summarizing outcomes, key takeaways, and evaluation results
• Compile and edit the draft and final program reports consolidating findings across all 10 regional summits
• Ensure all written deliverables comply with NHTSA plain language standards and formatting requirements
• Translate technical, analytical, and evaluation data into clear, concise narratives for non-technical audiences
• Collaborate with project leadership and stakeholders to gather inputs and validate content accuracy
• Review and revise documents to ensure clarity, logical flow, and alignment with project objectives
• Support development of briefing materials, presentations, and stakeholder communications
• Apply quality control processes to ensure documents are free of errors and meet federal standards

Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Conference Facilitator (SME-Level) to support the planning and execution of ten (10) Regional Pedestrian Safety Summits for NHTSA. This role is critical to ensuring that each summit is structured, engaging, and outcome-driven, directly contributing to the national mission of reducing pedestrian injuries and fatalities.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned facilitator and stakeholder engagement expert with demonstrated experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder meetings involving government agencies, public safety professionals, and community organizations. This individual will serve as the driver of collaboration and dialogue, ensuring that each summit produces actionable insights aligned with NHTSA’s pedestrian safety objectives.

This role is essential to achieving the contract’s core goal of bringing together diverse stakeholders to identify solutions, share best practices, and advance data-driven pedestrian safety strategies nationwide .

Position Summary

The Conference Facilitator will design, lead, and manage the execution of regional summit sessions, ensuring that discussions are structured, inclusive, and aligned with intended outcomes. This role requires the ability to guide diverse audiences, encourage participation, manage group dynamics, and translate discussions into meaningful outputs.

The facilitator will work closely with the Project Manager and Program Coordinator to ensure each summit:

• Aligns with NHTSA priorities and regional needs
• Encourages engagement across diverse stakeholder groups
• Produces actionable outcomes and insights

The ideal candidate is:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Skilled in managing dynamic group discussions
• Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
• Adept at balancing structure with flexibility
• Capable of translating complex topics into accessible discussions

The facilitator will leverage structured facilitation techniques, stakeholder engagement frameworks, and collaborative tools to ensure each summit meets its objectives.

Day-to-Day / Event-Based Activities

• Design summit session agendas, breakout structures, and facilitation approaches
• Lead regional summit sessions, including plenary and breakout discussions
• Guide multi-stakeholder conversations to ensure productive dialogue and outcomes
• Encourage participation from diverse stakeholders, including underserved communities
• Facilitate discussions on pedestrian safety strategies, trends, and solutions
• Manage group dynamics, including conflict resolution and time management
• Coordinate with project team to align facilitation approach with summit objectives
• Capture key insights, themes, and outcomes from discussions
• Support post-event debriefs and input into summit reports
• Adapt facilitation techniques based on audience, region, and stakeholder needs

Ascension LLC is seeking a Program Coordinator (Mid-Level) to serve as a key execution lead supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of ten (10) Regional Pedestrian Safety Summits for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

This role is critical to ensuring the successful end-to-end execution of high-visibility national safety initiatives, directly contributing to NHTSA’s mission to reduce pedestrian fatalities and improve roadway safety outcomes. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive professional with experience managing logistics, coordinating stakeholders, and supporting large-scale events or federal programs.

This position is ideal for candidates with strengths in program coordination, stakeholder engagement, logistics management, and communications, who thrive in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator will support planning, scheduling, logistics coordination, and execution of regional summits, ensuring alignment with NHTSA requirements, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.

The role involves managing event logistics, communications, materials development, and coordination with federal staff, regional partners, and external stakeholders. The Program Coordinator will play a central role in ensuring that each summit is delivered efficiently and meets program objectives.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Demonstrate strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Be proactive in identifying risks and developing solutions
• Be comfortable working in an evolving, fast-paced federal program environment

This role directly supports requirements such as summit logistics, stakeholder coordination, planning outlines, and execution support .

Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities

• Coordinate logistics for all ten (10) regional summits, including scheduling, venues, travel, and materials
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, timelines, and milestone tracking tools
• Support preparation of summit planning outlines, including agendas, locations, and logistics details
• Manage stakeholder communications, including invitations, follow-ups, and coordination with NHTSA Regional Offices and partners
• Coordinate travel logistics such as hotel blocks, transportation, and venue arrangements
• Assist in development of marketing and communication materials (flyers, emails, registration content)
• Track deliverables and ensure alignment with project milestones and reporting requirements
• Support coordination and execution of kickoff meetings, monthly updates, and stakeholder briefings
• Maintain documentation, meeting notes, and action trackers
• Support post-event reporting by gathering logistics data, participant feedback, and coordination inputs
• Identify risks or scheduling conflicts and proactively propose solutions
• Ensure compliance with federal requirements and client expectations

Ascension LLC is seeking a Project Manager (Mid-Level) to lead the execution of the Pedestrian Safety Regional Summits initiative in support of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This role is critical to ensuring the successful planning, coordination, execution, and reporting of ten (10) regional summits aimed at improving pedestrian safety outcomes nationwide.

The ideal candidate is a strategic and detail-oriented program leader with experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder federal initiatives, particularly those involving event coordination, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven program evaluation. This individual will serve as the primary interface with the NHTSA Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and will be responsible for driving all aspects of project delivery across a 36-month period of performance.

This role is essential to achieving NHTSA’s mission to reduce pedestrian injuries and fatalities by ensuring that each summit is effectively planned, executed, and evaluated, and that insights are translated into actionable safety strategies.

Position Summary

The Project Manager will have overall responsibility for contract performance, including planning, execution, stakeholder coordination, quality assurance, and reporting. The PM will lead the development and execution of the project work plan, oversee summit logistics and deliverables, and ensure alignment with NHTSA priorities and objectives.

Per the Statement of Work, the Contractor is required to designate a Project Manager to manage all aspects of the project, coordinate with NHTSA, and ensure successful execution of all tasks and deliverables .

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across geographically dispersed activities
• Experience working with federal clients and stakeholders
• Capability to anticipate risks and implement proactive solutions
• Proficiency in managing data-driven programs and reporting requirements

The Project Manager will leverage tools such as Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel, collaboration platforms (e.g., Teams/SharePoint), and survey/evaluation tools to manage planning, reporting, and performance tracking.

Day-to-Day / Core Responsibilities

• Lead overall project execution and serve as the primary point of contact with the NHTSA COR
• Develop and maintain the project work plan, including schedule, milestones, staffing, and budget tracking
• Coordinate and facilitate the project kickoff meeting, including preparation of briefing materials
• Oversee planning and execution of ten (10) regional pedestrian safety summits
• Manage coordination with NHTSA Regional Offices, SHSOs, and external stakeholders
• Supervise contractor staff, including Program Coordinator, Technical Writer, and other support roles
• Monitor project performance, risks, and quality, and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure timely delivery of all required deliverables, including work plans, reports, and briefing materials
• Lead development and submission of monthly progress reports and conduct monthly status calls
• Oversee preparation of summit reports, evaluation outputs, and final report deliverables
• Ensure compliance with federal requirements including Section 508, plain language standards, and data security policies
• Advise the COR on project status, challenges, and recommended solutions
• Drive continuous improvement by incorporating evaluation findings into ongoing summit planning

Ascension LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Coordinator / Junior Analyst to support a federal internal controls testing initiative aligned with OMB Circular A-123 compliance requirements. This role is critical to ensuring the successful coordination, documentation, and reporting of internal controls testing activities that support the agency’s goal of achieving audit readiness and maintaining strong financial governance.

The ideal candidate is an early-career professional who thrives in structured environments, enjoys organizing complex information, and is eager to build experience in federal financial management, audit support, and program coordination. This role directly supports senior analysts and project leadership by ensuring that deliverables, communications, and reporting requirements are executed accurately and on time.

Summary of the Contractor Role

This role provides operational and analytical support to internal controls testing activities, including coordination of deliverables, tracking project progress, and supporting documentation and reporting efforts required under A-123.

The candidate will:

• Support testing activities related to Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE)
• Assist in reviewing policies, procedures, and cycle memos
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and status reporting requirements
• Support preparation of weekly and biweekly status reports and meeting materials
• Help document findings, deficiencies, and recommendations

The ideal candidate brings strong organizational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced federal consulting environment. They should be comfortable working with tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint, and demonstrate the ability to synthesize information into clear, concise outputs.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Track project schedules, milestones, and deliverables across internal controls testing activities
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes for biweekly status sessions
• Compile weekly status reports summarizing progress, risks, and upcoming activities
• Support documentation review efforts (SOPs, cycle memos, policies)
• Assist analysts with walkthrough documentation and evidence collection
• Maintain project trackers, risk logs, and action item registers
• Organize files and documentation within SharePoint or designated repositories
• Prepare briefing materials, reports, and presentation content for leadership review
• Monitor compliance with reporting timelines and deliverable requirements
• Communicate updates and escalate issues to project leadership as needed

Ascension LLC is seeking a Training Specialist (Internal Controls & Compliance) to support a federal client’s OMB Circular A-123 Internal Controls Testing Program. This role is critical to ensuring that agency personnel are equipped with the knowledge, tools, and methodologies required to effectively perform internal control testing, identify deficiencies, and support audit readiness efforts.

The ideal candidate is a trainer-practitioner hybrid with deep knowledge of federal financial management, internal controls, and audit processes, who can translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable training programs. This position plays a key role in strengthening the client’s internal control environment and supporting compliance with FMFIA, ATDA, and A-123 Appendix A requirements .

Position Summary

The Training Specialist will design, develop, and deliver training programs that support knowledge transfer, workforce capability development, and sustainable internal controls testing practices. This includes developing training materials, facilitating sessions, and ensuring client staff can independently execute Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE) activities.

This role requires a detail-oriented, self-driven professional who can operate in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment. The ideal candidate is skilled at simplifying complex audit concepts, anticipating training needs, and delivering engaging, practical instruction aligned with federal standards.

The Training Specialist will support the client by:

• Translating internal controls testing methodologies into structured training programs
• Supporting knowledge transfer to ensure long-term program sustainability
• Reinforcing compliance with federal financial management regulations and audit standards
• Enabling staff to identify, document, and remediate control deficiencies

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop training curricula, materials, and job aids for internal controls testing and compliance processes
• Deliver virtual and/or in-person training sessions on A-123 testing methodologies, including TOD and TOE
• Facilitate workshops and hands-on sessions to reinforce practical application of internal control testing
• Translate cycle memos, SOPs, and risk control matrices into user-friendly training content
• Conduct knowledge transfer sessions to ensure continuity and sustainability of internal controls processes
• Collaborate with auditors, analysts, and project leadership to align training with testing activities
• Support development of training documentation and user guides for financial systems and business processes
• Assess training effectiveness and refine materials based on feedback and performance outcomes
• Support change management efforts related to internal controls and audit readiness initiatives
• Provide guidance to staff on best practices for documenting testing results and deficiencies

Ascension LLC is seeking a Technical Writer with experience in federal audit reporting and internal controls documentation to support a high-visibility engagement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). This role is critical to ensuring that all audit deliverables, internal control assessment reports, and executive communications are clear, compliant, and aligned with OMB Circular A-123 and federal financial reporting standards.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented communicator who thrives at translating complex audit, financial, and compliance concepts into clear, structured documentation. This individual will play a key role in supporting internal controls testing efforts, ensuring that all documentation meets federal standards and supports leadership decision-making.

This position directly supports the Government’s objective to maintain compliant, audit-ready financial reporting and internal control documentation across business processes and IT systems.

Position Summary

The Technical Writer will support the development, editing, and delivery of A-123 internal controls testing documentation, audit reports, SOP updates, and executive briefings. This role requires strong collaboration with auditors, analysts, and project leadership to ensure all deliverables are accurate, timely, and compliant with federal guidance.

The ideal candidate brings:

• Strong experience supporting federal audit or compliance programs
• Ability to synthesize technical testing results into executive-ready reports
• Familiarity with financial systems, internal controls frameworks, and audit terminology

This role supports key PWS activities including:

• Documentation of control testing procedures (TOD/TOE)
• Reporting of deficiencies and recommendations
• Development of deliverables such as assessment reports, status reports, and training materials

Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities

• Draft, edit, and finalize internal control assessment reports (A-123 Appendix A)
• Translate audit testing results into clear, structured narratives for leadership
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), cycle memos, and documentation artifacts
• Support creation of weekly status reports, deliverables, and briefing materials
• Review and ensure consistency across all deliverables for clarity, grammar, formatting, and compliance
• Collaborate with auditors and analysts to document testing methodologies and results
• Prepare executive summaries, findings, and recommendations
• Ensure all documentation aligns with:
  • OMB Circular A-123
  • GAO Green Book
  • Federal financial reporting standards
• Maintain document version control and support quality assurance reviews
• Assist in developing training materials and knowledge transfer documentation
• Support preparation of biweekly and quarterly reporting deliverables

Ascension LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and analytically driven Audit Data Analyst to support a federal client’s OMB Circular A-123 Internal Controls Testing Program. This role is critical in ensuring that internal control testing is statistically valid, data-driven, and compliant with federal financial management standards.

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of audit domain expertise and advanced data analytics capability, enabling them to design and execute sampling methodologies, analyze financial and operational datasets, and support control testing activities across key business processes and IT systems.

This position plays a vital role in helping the client achieve audit readiness, maintain compliance with federal statutes, and strengthen internal control environments.

Position Summary

The Audit Data Analyst will support internal control testing (Test of Design and Test of Operating Effectiveness) by developing statistical samples, performing data analysis, and validating control effectiveness across financial processes and systems.

This role requires a professional who is:

• Highly analytical and methodical
• Skilled in translating audit requirements into data-driven testing approaches
• Comfortable working with large datasets and financial systems
• Able to operate independently in a structured yet evolving federal environment

The candidate will support testing activities aligned with:

• OMB Circular A-123
• FMFIA and ATDA requirements
• Federal financial reporting standards

The role will leverage tools such as:

• Microsoft Excel (advanced analytics)
• Power BI or Tableau
• Oracle Federal Financials / OBI (preferred)
• Statistical sampling techniques and audit tools

Day-to-Day / Expected Activities

• Develop statistically valid sampling methodologies for internal control testing
• Perform data extraction, cleansing, and validation from financial systems
• Analyze datasets to support control testing and audit assertions
• Execute test procedures (inquiry, inspection, reperformance, analytics)
• Support Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE) activities
• Create data-driven audit workpapers and supporting documentation
• Identify anomalies, trends, and control deficiencies within datasets
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings
• Collaborate with auditors and SMEs to interpret results and refine testing approaches
• Support development of risk-based testing strategies and audit plans
• Ensure all analysis aligns with federal audit and internal control standards
• Participate in status reporting and stakeholder briefings

Ascension LLC is seeking a mid-level Internal Controls Analyst to support federal A-123 internal controls testing, documentation, and validation efforts for a civilian agency environment. This role is critical to ensuring the client achieves and maintains compliance with OMB Circular A-123, FMFIA, ATDA, and federal financial reporting standards, while strengthening internal control effectiveness across business and IT systems.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in federal audit support, internal controls testing, and financial process evaluation, with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable insights. This position plays a vital role in helping federal leadership identify control gaps, validate control effectiveness, and support audit readiness objectives tied to financial statement assurance .

This is a strong fit for professionals who are analytical, detail-oriented, and thrive in structured yet evolving environments where compliance, risk mitigation, and mission performance intersect.

Position Summary

The Internal Controls Analyst will support end-to-end A-123 testing activities, including Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE) for key financial and IT controls. The role requires the ability to assess business processes such as payroll, vendor accruals, purchase cards, and financial systems, while ensuring compliance with federal internal control frameworks.

The ideal candidate is:

• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Self-driven and able to work independently with minimal oversight
• Skilled in analyzing complex processes and identifying risks
• Capable of translating findings into clear, executive-ready reports

The analyst will support the client in:

• Evaluating control design and effectiveness
• Conducting walkthroughs and control testing
• Documenting findings and recommending corrective actions
• Supporting audit readiness and financial reporting integrity

Tools and processes include:

• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Teams
• Risk Control Matrices (RCMs), SOPs, Cycle Memos
• Data analysis and audit sampling techniques
• Federal financial systems (e.g., Oracle Financials, BI tools)

Day-to-Day Activities

• Perform internal control testing (TOD and TOE) across financial and IT processes
• Conduct process walkthroughs and document control activities
• Review policies, SOPs, and cycle memoranda for compliance alignment
• Develop and execute test plans and audit procedures
• Analyze transaction samples using audit techniques (inspection, inquiry, reperformance)
• Identify control deficiencies and gaps and document findings
• Prepare assessment reports and executive briefings
• Track and report progress through weekly and biweekly status updates
• Support risk assessments and control environment evaluations
• Collaborate with stakeholders to recommend corrective actions and process improvements
• Assist in development of training materials for internal controls testing
• Maintain documentation in accordance with GAO Green Book and A-123 standards

Ascension LLC is seeking a detail-oriented IT Audit Analyst specializing in IT Controls and Financial Systems to support a federal client in executing OMB Circular A-123 internal controls testing and financial system validation activities. This role is critical to ensuring the integrity, reliability, and compliance of financial reporting systems and supporting the agency’s objective of achieving and maintaining an unqualified audit opinion.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in IT audit, SOX/internal controls testing, and financial system environments (e.g., Oracle Federal Financials, PMS, GSS) and thrives in a structured, compliance-driven environment. This role is essential to evaluating system controls, identifying risks, and strengthening the agency’s internal control posture across mission-critical financial processes.

Position Summary

The IT Audit Analyst will support Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE) for IT systems and financial processes aligned with OMB A-123, FMFIA, and federal financial management standards.

This role requires a candidate who is analytical, methodical, and proactive in identifying control gaps and recommending remediation strategies. The analyst will work closely with program stakeholders, auditors, and leadership to ensure that internal controls are properly designed, documented, tested, and functioning effectively.

The ideal candidate is:

• Highly organized and detail-driven
• Comfortable working in audit and compliance environments
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities
• Skilled at interpreting technical controls and translating findings into actionable recommendations

Day-to-Day Activities

• Conduct IT systems control testing for financial applications (Oracle, PMS, GSS)
• Perform Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE) for internal controls
• Review system documentation, SOPs, and cycle memos to understand control environments
• Execute walkthroughs of financial system processes and IT controls
• Develop and maintain audit workpapers and testing documentation
• Analyze control effectiveness and identify deficiencies or gaps
• Apply audit techniques including inspection, inquiry, observation, and re-performance
• Utilize data analytics tools and computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs)
• Support development of risk control matrices (RCMs) and testing strategies
• Draft audit findings, reports, and recommendations for corrective actions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to validate findings and support remediation efforts
• Contribute to bi-weekly status reporting and audit progress updates
• Support training material development for internal controls testing knowledge transfer