SOC Analyst at Cognize Tech Solutions LLC Boston, TX

Cognize Tech Solutions LLC; Boston (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognize Tech Solutions LLC in Boston, MA is seeking a SOC Analyst to assist in the completion of SOC 1 and SOC 2 reports, collaborating with external auditors and control stakeholders.

The role requires a BS/BA, IT audit experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with Excel. Hybrid work arrangement offered in a fast-paced financial services environment.

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree required.
• Audit experience in public accounting or internal audit.
• IT knowledge preferred in financial services or insurance.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Liase with external audit firms and control stakeholders.
• Work with control stakeholders to understand changes to control environment.
• Ensure alignment of SOC reporting to documented controls.
• Provide remediation guidance for control deviations.
• Assist testing of business-owned controls when time permits.

Skills

Audit experience

IT background

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

BS or BA degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

SOC Analyst job at Cognize Tech Solutions LLC. Boston, TX.

Job Title: SOC Analyst

Location: Boston MA (Hybrid)

Duration: Long Term

Job Description:

This role will be responsible for assisting in the completion of various AUPs SOC 1 and SOC 2 reports covering Information Technology including the following responsibilities:

• Liase with external audit firm(s) as well as partnering with control stakeholders to obtain and provide requested information to help achieve project milestones;
• Work with control stakeholders to understand changes to control environment and how that may impact the scope of SOC reporting;
• Ensure alignment of SOC control reporting to documented controls in the system of record refreshing the data when necessary but at least annually;
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on how to address control deviations remediation as necessary;
• As time permits this individual may be asked to provide assistance with testing business owned controls as well.

Job Specifications:

• BS or BA degree required;
• Ideal candidate has audit experience in public accounting or internal audit including background in Information Technology;
• Preferred industry experience includes Financial Services Banking and/or Insurance;
• Excellent analytical client service time management and communication skills;
• Ability to multitask and manage projects in fast paced environment;
• Proficiency in evaluating and testing internal controls;
• Proficiency in Excel;
• Deadline and detail orientated.