IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Advisory Senior (HITRUST)

Baker Tilly US; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,910 - 162,890; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly US in Chicago seeks an IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Senior Consultant to enhance client services through risk management and assurance strategies. This role involves close collaboration with executives to assess financial and operational risks, offering recommendations based on comprehensive audits and cybersecurity practices.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of experience in IT audit or cybersecurity. Baker Tilly values professional development and teamwork, providing growth opportunities for its employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in management, computer information systems, computer science, accounting information systems, computer engineering, industrial engineering, or related program.
• CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or CPA certifications preferred.
• 3+ years of experience with IT audit or cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Work with client executives to identify and manage financial and operational risks.
• Develop strategic recommendations for business and process improvements.
• Assist in executing internal audits and IT control assessments.

Skills

IT audit

Cybersecurity

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields

CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or CPA certifications preferred

Tools

Cloud auditing tools

Job description

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the worlds leading financial centers - New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

Responsibilities

Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing consulting and accounting firms in the country? Would you like the ability to join a highly dynamic team focused on providing exceptional client service in the area of informational technology risk advisory? If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly (BT) as an IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Senior Consultant! 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. All of 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, BT has the ability to offer you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.

You Will Enjoy This Role If

• You want to continue to expand your work experiences and hone your skills as an IT risk professional in the areas of compliance, cybersecurity, and internal controls
• You crave the opportunity to be part of a fast growing, entrepreneurial risk consulting practice where your hard work and creativity will be rewarded
• You do your best work when you are part of a talented, down-to-earth team that thrives in collaboration and truly enjoys working together
• You feel valued when you are provided the resources and support to continually sharpen your technical skills and build your career now, for tomorrow

What You Will Do

• 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 your 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
    • 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 your 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 the organizational goals and ongoing career development
• Utilize your 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in management, computer information systems, computer science, accounting information systems, computer engineering, industrial engineering, or related program
• CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or CPA certifications preferred
• 3+ years of experience with IT audit or cybersecurity
• Experience performing HITRUST engagements preferred. Open to candidates willing to obtain HITRUST Certification in the future
• Experience as a client-serving professional for a consulting firm desired
• Experience with Cloud audit experience and certifications preferred
• Excellent analytical, technical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, collaboration, and time-management skills

The pay rate range for this job position is $85,910 to $162,890. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location.

Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.