Risk Advisory IT Assurance Senior Associate

Company: Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P.
Location: West Warwick
Posted on: November 18, 2021

Job Description:

Cherry Bekaert has been delivering value added Tax, Assurance and Advisory services to our clients for over 70 years. We are seeking a Senior Associate for our growing Information Assurance & Cyber Solutions team with the flexibility to sit in multiple offices throughout our footprint, or possibly remote for the right resource. If you'd enjoy using your IT Audit and Cyber Security consulting skills in an environment of learning, development and growth, let's have a conversation. The IA/Cyber practice is part of our Risk & Accounting Advisory Services (RAAS) group serving our Audit, Tax and Transaction Advisory practice areas across the firm to provide IT Audit, consulting, and compliance services in the areas of: * SOC 1/2/3 and other attestation engagements * NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-115, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53 (CMMC, FISMA, FedRAMP) * ISO 27001/27002, PCI, HIPAA/HITRUST, FFIEC * Cybersecurity Risk and Gap Assessments What your days look like: Senior Associates support the performance of technology, cybersecurity, privacy and general control audit/advisory engagements, in addition to various cybersecurity assessments. Under supervision of the RAAS Partner and leadership teams, the Senior Associate will help identify control weaknesses, design or operating effectiveness gaps, vulnerabilities, audit exceptions and inefficiencies that ultimate result in appropriate recommendations to management. Skillsets desired include the ability to: * Support the development of strong work papers conforming to the firm's methodology/standards and participation in report drafting for client service delivery * Identify and communicate results to leadership * Ensure project quality control and oversight supervision of client engagements, including assisting with adequate planning, execution, and direction while managing to budget * Maintain a strong client focus by understanding the client's business needs while developing productive working relationships with client personnel in order to accomplish audit objectives * Multi-task while still maintaining appropriate attention to detail * Support the growth of Staff level Associates What you need for this role: * Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or Accounting * Minimum 2+ years of demonstrated third-party Security assessment / IT audit experience * Understanding of technology risk management and IT governance principles and familiarity with cybersecurity solution offerings used to meet business and technical objectives * Willingness to pursue relevant professional designations (ex. CPA, CISA, CISM, CISSP or CEH) * Working knowledge of Microsoft, Linux & OSX operating systems * Familiarity with cloud environments and technologies * Experience with IDAM, Active Directory/LDAP and other authentication technologies * At present, travel has been suspended; however, under normal circumstances this role has required the ability to travel to client sites as required (approx. 30-50%) Other Requirements: * Candidates must demonstrate they are eligible to work in the United States. * Available for Work Sponsorship: No What we offer you: * Shared values, including uncompromising integrity, a passion for excellence, and mutual respect * Collaborative environment focused on career advancement and professional development * Competitive compensation and extensive training opportunities * Flexible work arrangements with generous PTO * "Dress for your Day" policy Our mission is to make a difference for our people and for our clients. If these values align with yours, we'd like to hear from you. Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we can only respond if we are moving forward with your resume. Our Benefits Cherry Bekaert cares about its people. We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection. Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. No Agencies Please #LI-SG1

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