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Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority · 3 weeks ago

Vice President Internal Audit

Crystal City, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$182K/yr - $297K/yr

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) is seeking a forward-thinking audit leader for the Vice President, Internal Audit position. This role involves leading the internal audit function to strengthen performance, elevate governance, and drive continuous improvement across the organization.

Air TransportationTravel

Comp. & Benefits

Hiring Manager

Linda Kearschner

Responsibilities

Directing the internal audit function of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA)

Providing independent, objective assurance to ensure accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across MWAA’s financial, operational, administrative, and technology-related activities

Overseeing a risk-based, enterprise-wide audit program and serving as MWAA’s principal authority on internal audit

Guiding the strategic direction of the Office of Audit, ensuring alignment with the Airports Authority’s priorities and adherence to professional standards

Qualification

Internal Audit LeadershipRisk ManagementStrategic InsightGovernanceCompliance EvaluationTransparencyCollaborationIntegrity

Required

Experience in leading a comprehensive, risk-based audit program within a large, complex organization

Technical mastery in internal audit practices

Strategic insight to ensure the internal audit function evaluates risk and compliance

Ability to serve as a trusted partner in organizational improvement and decision-making

Commitment to integrity, transparency, and service

Ability to navigate a highly visible and regulated operating environment

Collaborative advisory skills to senior leadership and the Board

Ability to provide clear direction and development opportunities to audit staff

Company

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

The Airports Authority operates a two-airport system (Reagan National & Dulles International) that provides domestic and international air service for the mid-Atlantic region.

Founded in 1987