Cybersecurity & Information Risk Entry Level Risk

Entry Level Analyst – Cybersecurity & Information Risk

Growth in our Cybersecurity and Information Risk practice has created an opportunity for an Entry Level Analyst in Buffalo, NY or Rochester, NY to join our team. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early career professionals who are interested in building a foundation in cybersecurity, information risk, and advisory services while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

The Analyst will support a variety of client engagements across industries including technology, healthcare, and financial services, and will gain exposure to cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

• Assisting with cybersecurity and information risk assessments and process walkthroughs
• Supporting the identification and documentation of security controls
• Obtaining, reviewing, and analyzing security related policies and procedures
• Helping evaluate the design and effectiveness of cybersecurity programs and controls
• Preparing work papers that summarize findings, conclusions, and recommendations
• Supporting the identification and evaluation of cybersecurity and information risks and improvement opportunities
  
  Using technology based tools and methodologies to assist in assessing control effectiveness
• Learning and staying current on evolving cybersecurity threats, risks, and mitigation techniques

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Accounting, Internal Audit or a related field
• Interest in pursuing professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CISSA, CEH, OSCP, CompTIA Pen Test+, GPEN, CSTA
• GPA 3.3 or higher
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with presentation experience
• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity controls, regulations, and standards
• Familiarity with COSO, SOX internal control requirements and/or security frameworks published by NIST, ISO, or the PCI SSC
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills
• Desire and ability to work in a collaborative, team oriented environment
• Client service mindset and willingness to learn
• Willingness and ability to travel periodically with a significant amount within the WNY region

Compensation for this position in New York is the range is $60,. Final compensation will be determined based on location, experience, and qualifications. Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. For additional information on our benefits, visit:

• No sponsorship available for this position
• We are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employer
  , committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
• In accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
  , we consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records

Withum Smith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.