IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Advisory Senior Consultant; SOC Focus

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Senior Consultant – IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk (SOC Focus)

Together with the Risk Advisory practice, you will help clients assess their risks, develop strategies to compete and achieve their goals through deep industry knowledge of risk, governance, internal audit, compliance, IT, and cybersecurity best practices.

• You want to expand your work experience and hone your skills as an IT risk professional in 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 thrive in a talented, down‑to‑earth team that collaborates and enjoys working together.
• You value resources and support to continually sharpen your technical skills and build your career.

• Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand their businesses and identify financial and operational risks within their systems.
• 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 clients’ business, systems and risks, providing recommendations for business and process improvements based on knowledge gained.
• Assist in implementing new processes and controls that address key risks.
• Assess, manage and optimize information technology risk across cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuity.
• Review clients’ processes and controls against industry frameworks, identify gaps, and communicate findings and recommendations.
• Help develop audit programs and execute internal audits and IT control assessments in areas such as IT strategy and governance, IT operations, business continuity, cybersecurity, third‑party risk, ITGC, application controls, SOC reporting, regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Draft comprehensive executive summaries and final reports for delivery to the client; document and review engagement work papers.
• Act as a valued business advisor, build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service.
• Facilitate professional presentations to internal and external audiences.
• Continue to develop knowledge and experience with technology environments, platforms, applications and tools/utilities.
• Demonstrate a desire to grow and learn through external and internal education, training and cross‑training opportunities.
• Utilize entrepreneurial skills to network and build relationships internally and with clients.
• Support growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care & Teach philosophy.

• Bachelor’s degree in management, computer information systems, computer science, accounting information systems, computer engineering, industrial engineering, or related program.
• 3+ years experience with IT audit or cybersecurity.
• Experience as a client‑serving professional for a consulting firm (desired).
• Experience with SOC engagements (preferred).
• Cloud audit experience and certifications (preferred).
• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or CPA (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 range for this position is $101,230 to $151,870. Actual compensation is influenced by relevant factors such as skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, certifications, work arrangements, and geographic location.

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

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local law. All applicants are also protected by Baker Tilly’s equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action policies.