The Internal Controls Analyst leads enterprise-wide risk management and internal control activities to ensure effective governance, compliance, and operational integrity. This role establishes collaborative relationships across departments and with external vendors to support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of organizational risks. The position provides strategic guidance to leadership and oversees a team of analysts responsible for executing risk and compliance initiatives.

Ardent Eagle Solutions is a mission-focused government contracting firm providing professional, administrative, and technical support services to federal agencies. The company delivers steady, reliable execution across diverse programs, supporting clients in achieving operational excellence while maintaining compliance, integrity, and accountability.

Ardent Eagle Solutions is committed to building high-performing teams, fostering a culture of professionalism and collaboration, and delivering responsive support aligned with customer mission requirements. Through disciplined processes and a people-centered approach, AES partners with government agencies to provide scalable, compliant, and results-driven solutions.

• Lead and oversee risk management and internal control activities across organizational departments and functional areas.

• Manage and supervise a team of analysts responsible for identifying, assessing, prioritizing, and mitigating risks.

• Establish collaborative relationships with executives, multi-departmental stakeholders, and external vendors to support risk management initiatives.

• Provide guidance and consultation to management on policy, process, and task execution matters related to risk and compliance.

• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address identified risks affecting strategy, governance, operations, and technology.

• Evaluate existing internal controls and recommend enhancements to strengthen risk posture.

• Coordinate risk assessments across organizational units and consolidate findings for executive reporting.

• Support development of policies, standards, and procedures related to risk management and internal controls.

• Monitor compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

• Prepare executive-level briefings, reports, and presentations on risk exposure and mitigation efforts.

• Ensure timely execution of risk management activities in alignment with organizational priorities.

• Maintain a high level of responsiveness and urgency in addressing emerging risks.

• Minimum five (5) years of experience managing risk, compliance, or internal control-related activities.

• Demonstrated experience leading or supervising risk management or compliance teams.

• Experience conducting enterprise risk assessments and developing mitigation plans.

• Strong knowledge of governance, operational, strategic, and technology risk frameworks.

• Experience advising executive leadership on risk and compliance matters.

• Ability to manage multiple initiatives while maintaining composure and urgency.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Ability to collaborate effectively across organizational levels and external stakeholders.

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field required;
OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

At Ardent Eagle Solutions, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees and their families:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off

This job description is intended to describe the general scope of work and level of work that is needed to perform while on task with Ardent Eagle Solutions. Other duties may be assigned. Selected candidates may undergo a government security investigation and must fulfill eligibility criteria for accessing classified information. US citizenship may be a prerequisite for certain roles.

Ardent Eagle Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

Proposal Notice:
This position is contingent upon contract award. Candidates applying to this role should be aware that it is part of a proposal effort, and selection timelines may be longer than typical hiring processes. 

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