IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Manager (SOC Focus)

Baker Tilly; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking an IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Manager (SOC Focus) to join our Risk Advisory practice. You will work with client executives to identify and manage technology risks, design IT controls, and provide strategic guidance across cybersecurity, governance, and continuity planning.

The role requires 4-year degree and 5+ years of IT audit or cybersecurity experience, with relevant certifications preferred. Hybrid work model and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree required.
• 5+ years of IT audit or cybersecurity experience.
• CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA or CPA certifications preferred.
• 5+ years experience in SOC and SOX audits preferred.
• Excellent analytical, technical and problem solving skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, collaboration, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Understand client business and assess financial and operational IT risks.
• Develop knowledge of clients’ businesses and industries via direct client interaction.
• Provide strategic advice and implement new processes and controls to address risks.
• Assess and optimize IT risk across cybersecurity, governance, regulatory compliance, and business continuity.
• Draft executive summaries and final reports for client delivery.

Skills

5+ years IT audit/cybersecurity

IT controls & governance

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in management/IT/CS/IS

4 year degree

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 world’s 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.

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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.

Job Description

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 Manager (SOC Focus)! 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. Does this describe you? 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 advice 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
• Manage 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
• Draft 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
• Assist with managing client engagement staffing, billings/collections, and ensure client profitability targets are met
• Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients and the community
• Invest in your professional development individually and through participation in firm wide learning and development programs
• 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.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• 4 year degree
• Five (5) years of experience

Preferred 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 certification(s) required
• 5+ year(s) experience with IT audit or cybersecurity, previous experienced performing SOC and SOX audits preferred
• Experience as a client serving professional for a consulting firm desired
• 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 $108,200, to $189,620. 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.

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

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