IT Risk Advisory Staff

Schneider Downs; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Insurance starting day one

20+ days PTO and 13 holidays

Flex Fridays

Parental leave and family care leave

401(k) and profit sharing

CPA exam bonus and education support

Job summary

Schneider Downs is seeking an IT Risk Advisory Staff to join the engagement team and assess inherent technology risks within client environments across diverse industries. You will help define residual risk and contribute to high-quality audit client service delivery while collaborating with a broad team.

You’ll learn in a culture that values quality and integrity, with a hybrid work model, strong mentoring, and professional development opportunities that support career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, MIS, or related field.
• Graduation date in 2026 academic year.
• A preferred overall GPA of 3.3 (3.0 minimum).

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day activities of IT audit engagements for clients, including system development, readiness assessments, and/or platform reviews within multiple industries
• Help evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology controls throughout the business cycle
• Effectively manage multiple assessments at a time to meet team goals, and collaborate and work effectively with a large team
• Identify, evaluate, and document IT business risks and general computer and application controls
• Participate in closing meetings to present and discuss risk ranking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, MIS, or related field

Graduation date in 2026 academic year

GPA 3.3 (3.0 minimum)

Job description

As a trusted advisor in the professional services industry, you know what matters most to clients: Big thinking with a personal focus. You also know what matters most to your own success, including: career growth, work-life flexibility, leadership that cares about your ability to succeed, the opportunity to give and receive one‑on‑one coaching and mentoring, as well as learning opportunities that inspire professional development. Experience them all at Schneider Downs, where we’ve been providing accounting, tax, consulting, business advisory and wealth management services through our team of innovative thought leaders for over 65 years. Start building a career with people motivated to help you succeed—and enjoy more of what counts.

As an IT Risk Advisory Staff, you will work as a member of the engagement team and will be responsible for a variety of assigned projects that assist with the completion of the engagement – assessing the level of inherent technology risks in the context of business objectives and risk appetite, as well as establish residual risk. Our clients are in a diverse range of industries, including retail, manufacturing, distribution, energy and natural resources, governmental and not‑for‑profit, higher education, transportation, automotive, real estate, construction and professional service entities — from small, closely‑held businesses to large, publicly‑traded companies – and as you gain experience, you’ll become a trusted advisor, influencing clients and engagement teams on resolutions to deliver exceptional audit client service delivery. You will be part of a learning culture that values quality and integrity, where you’ll be supported by Schneider Downs professionals.

Learn more about what it’s like working at Schneider Downs here: https://tinyurl.com/ykpknwdh

We understand the importance of work‑life balance. That's why we've embraced a hybrid work model, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home as well as in the office.

What You’ll Do

• Support the day-to-day activities of IT audit engagements for clients, including system development, readiness assessments, and/or platform reviews within multiple industries
• Help evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology controls throughout the business cycle
• Effectively manage multiple assessments at a time to meet team goals, and collaborate and work effectively with a large team
• Identify, evaluate, and document IT business risks and general computer and application controls
• Participate in closing meetings to present and discuss risk ranking

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Management Information Systems (MIS), or related field
• Graduation date in 2026 academic year
• A preferred overall GPA of 3.3 (3.0 minimum)

WHERE CULTURE COUNTS

At Schneider Downs, our culture is our identity. And it’s our culture of care that makes us unique. Even as we grow, we work hard to retain this culture to continuously promote a positive, supportive work environment through our core values: Care & Respect, Integrity, Be Great, Adaptive and We Not Me.

ENJOY MORE OF THE THINGS THAT MATTER MOST

• Competitive compensation
• Insurance, including health, dental, and vision, that begin on day one
• 20+ days of paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Flex Fridays and office closures for summer and winter breaks
• Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteer time
• 401(k) plans and profit sharing
• CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, and pet insurance

A PLACE WHERE INCLUSIVITY COUNTS

Schneider Downs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. We believe a culture of care that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion contributes to a better company, better client services, and a better world.