Cybersecurity Advisory Associate, Client-Focused Compliance

BDO USA, LLP; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Job summary

BDO USA, LLP in McLean, VA is seeking a Cyber Security and Compliance associate to assist with information risk advisory services and client projects. You will work with experienced professionals on cyber maturity assessments, policy and control operationalization, and internal initiatives.

The role requires strong communication, analytical abilities, and the capacity to interact with client personnel while meeting project deadlines across multiple engagements.

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

Responsibilities

• Participates in engagement projects in consultation with other team members
• Assists with conducting assessments such as PCI; NIST; CIS; HIPAA including readiness reports and cybersecurity audits
• Drafts presentations of BDO work product to client
• Identifies and prioritizes initial key risks and assesses their impact and likelihood
• Assists with preparing reports for client highlighting work performed, issues identified and recommendations
• Coordinates with other BDO practices on technical issues during engagements
• Travel required as necessary
• Other duties as required

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Deadline-driven

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security / IT

Tools

MS Office

Visio

AI platforms

Job description

BDO USA, LLP in McLean, VA is seeking a Cyber Security and Compliance associate to assist with information risk advisory services and client projects. You will work with experienced professionals on cyber maturity assessments, policy and control operationalization, and internal initiatives.

The role requires strong communication, analytical abilities, and the capacity to interact with client personnel while meeting project deadlines across multiple engagements.