Advisory Associate, Cyber, Compliance & Assessment - Summer 2027 (Multiple Locations)

BDO USA; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking a Cyber Security and Compliance Associate to support information risk advisory services and client projects. The role involves working with seasoned professionals on compliance projects, cyber maturity assessments, and policy execution, with emphasis on effective communication with client personnel.

Responsibilities include conducting PCI, NIST, CIS, HIPAA assessments, drafting client deliverables, and coordinating with other BDO practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Information Technology or Computer Science, required.
• Three (3) months of experience in IT compliance, security assessments, management consulting, technology advisory, or technology project management, preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with client personnel and team members.

Responsibilities

• Participates in engagement projects with the team.
• Assists with PCI, NIST, CIS, HIPAA readiness assessments and related tasks.
• Drafts client presentations and reports.
• Identifies initial risks and assesses impact and likelihood.
• Coordinates with other practices on engagement components.
• Travel required as necessary.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Deadline-driven

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Suite

Microsoft Visio

AI platforms

Job description

Job Description

The Cyber Security and Compliance associate will assist with information and data risk advisory services, will be engaged to assist with client projects, and internal initiatives. The associate will work alongside experienced professionals where they will conduct a variety of compliance projects, cyber maturity assessments, and other cyber related tasks. The intern will be involved with operationalizing client processes, policies, and controls.

Job Summary

The Cyber Security and Compliance associate will assist with information and data risk advisory services, will be engaged to assist with client projects, and internal initiatives. The associate will work alongside experienced professionals where they will conduct a variety of compliance projects, cyber maturity assessments, and other cyber related tasks. The intern will be involved with operationalizing client processes, policies, and controls. The Associate will interact with client personnel, thus good communication skills and a strong presence are needed.

Job Duties

• Participates in engagement projects in consultation with other team members
• Assists with conducting assessments such as Payment Card Industry (PCI); National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST); Center for Internet Security (CIS); The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) including readiness reports, Cybersecurity Audit as part of the CCPA standards, and other related tasks
• Drafts presentations of BDO work product to client
• Identifies and prioritizes initial key risks and assesses their impact and likeliness of occurrence.
• Assists with preparing reports for client highlighting work performed, issues identified and BDO recommendations
• Coordinates with other BDO practices in relation to technical issues and other due diligence projects components in conjunction with the engagement lead
• Travel required as necessary
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Information Technology or Computer Science, required

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Information Technology or Computer Science, required

Experience

• Three (3) months of experience in IT compliance, security assessments, management consulting, technology advisory, or technology project management, preferred

License(s)/Certification(s)

• N/A

Software

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or GoogleSuite, required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Visio, preferred
• Experience using AI platforms, preferred

Language(s)

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills, including ability to identify issues and anomalies
• Solid organizational skills, especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to participate in a team environment on engagements
• Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm

Salaries

• Illinois Range: $78,000 - $82,000
• Minnesota Range: $70,000 - $74,000
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $83,000 - $87,000
• Ohio Range: $71,000 - $75,000
• Washington DC Range: $83,000 - $87,000

About Us

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial wellbeing. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits.

• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"