Senior IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Consultant – Financial Services Focus

Baker Tilly US

. Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand businesses and identify and manage financial and operational risks within business systems .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $78,100 - $126,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT Audit, Cybersecurity, and Risk Management, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and business process improvements. Proven ability to build client relationships and communicate effectively while executing internal audits and assessments.

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IT Audit ExperienceCybersecurity Risk ManagementRegulatory ComplianceCISA CertificationClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

IT GovernanceBusiness ContinuityDisaster RecoveryIT OperationsApplication ControlsSOC ReportingITGCAudit Program DevelopmentProcess ImprovementRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem SolvingAttention to DetailVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCollaborationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Cybersecurity FrameworksIT Strategy ToolsBusiness Process ToolsEngagement Work Papers

Certifications & Qualifications

CISACISSPCISMCIACPA

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesIT SOX AuditsIT FDICIA AuditsClient Serving ProfessionalConsulting Firm

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand businesses and identify and manage financial and operational risks within business systems
Develop in-depth knowledge of clients’ businesses and industries through direct client interaction across multiple engagement areas
Think independently and strategically about clients’ businesses, systems and risks, providing recommendations for business and process improvements
Assist with implementing new processes and controls addressing key risks
Assess, manage and optimize information technology risk across cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuity
Review client processes and controls against industry frameworks, identify design and execution gaps, and communicate issues and recommendations
Assist in developing audit programs and executing internal audits and IT control assessments covering IT governance, IT operations, business continuity, disaster recovery, cybersecurity, third-party risk, ITGC, application controls, SOC reporting, and regulatory compliance
Draft executive summaries and final client reports and document and review engagement work papers
Act as a business advisor, build relationships, and communicate effectively with clients
Develop knowledge and experience across technology environments, platforms, applications, and tools/utilities
Network and build strong internal and external client relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 year degree
Three (3) years of experience
Bachelor’s degree in management/computer information systems, computer science, accounting information systems, computer engineering, industrial engineering, or related program preferred
CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA or CPA certification(s) preferred
3+ year(s) experience with IT audit or cybersecurity preferred
Previous experience performing IT SOX and IT FDICIA audits preferred
Flexibility to travel to various client sites, overnight as needed up to 30%
Experience as a client serving professional for a consulting firm preferred
Experience with financial services preferred
Excellent analytical, technical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail
Ability to go onsite to the client 3 days a week as needed
Exceptional verbal and written communication, collaboration, and time management skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility in how and where you get your work done
Resources and support to continually sharpen technical skills and build your career
External and internal education, training and cross-training opportunities
Friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees