Digital Assurance & Transparency - IT Audit Senior Associate

PwC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC is seeking a Digital Assurance & Transparency - IT Audit Senior Associate in Los Angeles to help clients’ digital environments and governance. You will evaluate controls, guide teams, and advance assurance services while mentoring others in high‑standard practices.

You’ll focus on cybersecurity, data governance, and audit methodologies, collaborating with clients to deliver tailored solutions and strengthen trust in technology within the firm’s dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years of professional experience.
• Eligible to sit for CPA exam or licensure as CISA in your state.

Responsibilities

• Conduct IT audits to evaluate internal controls and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze complex digital environments to identify risks and improvement areas.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their digital assurance needs and tailor solutions.
• Apply auditing methodologies and IT governance frameworks to audit processes.
• Implement cybersecurity risk management to protect client data and systems.
• Assess data quality and validation processes to support accurate reporting.
• Develop and maintain client relationships to foster trust and collaboration.
• Mentor junior team members to build skills in audit practices.
• Interpret data to generate insights and recommendations for clients.
• Uphold professional and technical standards per firm guidance and regulations.

Skills

Cloud engineering

Cybersecurity governance

Data quality assurance

Analytical thinking

Auditing methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA or CISA licensure in progress / eligible

Job description

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Digital Assurance & Transparency - IT Audit Senior Associate, you will focus on providing assurance services over clients' digital environments, including processes and controls, cybersecurity measures, data and AI systems, and their associated governance. Within our Assurance practice, you will help organizations and their stakeholders build trust in their technology while complying with relevant regulations. As a Senior Associate, you will develop meaningful client connections, anticipate needs, and embrace increased ambiguity. You will leverage your skills to analyze complex concepts and interpret feedback, guiding and mentoring others to maintain professional and technical standards.

In this role at PwC, you will be responsible for evaluating compliance with regulations, including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls. You will use a broad range of tools and methodologies to generate new ideas and solve problems, enhancing your personal brand and technical skills. By understanding the broader objectives of your projects, you will contribute to the overall strategy and deliver quality work. This position offers an opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic environment, where you will navigate complexity and inspire others.

Responsibilities

• Conducting IT audits to evaluate internal controls and compliance with regulations
• Analyzing complex digital environments to identify potential risks and areas for improvement
• Collaborating with clients to understand their digital assurance needs and provide tailored solutions
• Utilizing auditing methodologies and IT governance frameworks to enhance audit processes
• Implementing cybersecurity risk management strategies to protect client data and systems
• Assessing data quality and validation processes to support accurate reporting and decision-making
• Developing and maintaining relationships with clients to foster trust and collaboration
• Mentoring junior team members to build their skills and understanding of audit practices
• Interpreting data to generate insights and recommendations for clients
• Upholding professional and technical standards in line with firm guidelines and industry regulations

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor’s degree
• At least 2 years of experience
• Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment or the educational requirements for licensure as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for a Bachelor’s degree in at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting
• At least one of the following: Current pursuit of or an active CPA or CISA license
• Utilizing auditing methodologies to enhance client service engagements
• Demonstrating analytical thinking in complex problem-solving scenarios
• Leveraging cloud engineering skills for innovative solutions
• Applying cybersecurity governance to manage risk effectively
• Excelling in data quality assurance testing for accurate insights

Travel Requirements

Up to 40%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $72,000 - $184,440. For residents of Washington state the salary range for this position is: $72,000 - $212,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.