IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Senior Consultant (SOC focus)

Baker Tilly•Milwaukee, DC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage. Our Risk Advisory practice provides a full spectrum of services to help our clients assess their risks, develop strategies to compete in an ever-changing business environment, and achieve their goals and objectives. This is accomplished through deep industry knowledge of risk, governance, internal audit, compliance, IT, and cybersecurity best practices. As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, Baker Tilly offers upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where work is done, and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates, and leadership. This role is ideal for someone who wants to expand their work experiences and hone their skills as an IT risk professional in compliance, cybersecurity, and internal controls, and who desires to be part of a fast-growing, entrepreneurial risk consulting practice where hard work and creativity are rewarded. The role emphasizes collaboration within a talented team and provides resources and support for continuous skill development and career building.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in management/computer information systems, computer science, accounting information systems, computer engineering, industrial engineering, or related program.
3+ year(s) experience with control testing, SOC reporting, and IT Audit or cybersecurity.
Excellent analytical, technical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
Exceptional verbal and written communication, collaboration, and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or CPA certifications preferred.
Experience with Cloud audit experience and certifications preferred.
Experience as a client serving professional for a consulting firm desired.

Responsibilities

Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand their businesses and assist in identifying and managing financial and operational risks within their business systems to ensure technology risks are managed.
Develop in-depth knowledge of clients’ businesses and industries by having direct client interaction while working on multiple aspects of an engagement.
Think independently and strategically about clients’ business, systems, and risks, providing recommendations for business and process improvements based upon knowledge gained relative to the client’s operations, processes, and business objectives.
Provide strategic business assurance to clients by assisting in the implementation of new processes and controls that address key risks.
Assess, manage, and optimize information technology risk across a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuity.
Review clients' processes and controls against industry frameworks, identifying gaps in design and execution, and communicating issues and recommendations to clients.
Assist in the development of audit programs and the execution of internal audits and IT control assessments in the areas of: IT strategy and governance, IT operations, business continuity and disaster recovery, Cybersecurity, Third party risk, ITGC and application controls, SOC reporting, and Regulatory and compliance requirements.
Assist in drafting comprehensive executive summaries and final reports for delivery to the client, documenting and reviewing engagement work papers in accordance with industry-accepted internal audit methodologies.
Act as a valued business advisor, build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service.
Facilitate professional and effective presentations to internal and external audiences.
Continue to develop knowledge and experience working with a variety of technology environments, platforms, applications, and tools/utilities.
Demonstrate the desire to continually grow, learn, and develop skills and knowledge through external and internal education, training, and cross-training opportunities to maximize personal contribution to organizational goals and ongoing career development.
Utilize entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients.
Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals.
Enjoy friendships, social activities, and team outings that encourage a work-life balance.