Experienced Associate, Cybersecurity

Job Summary:

The Cyber Security and Compliance Consultant will be responsible to participate and assist in compliance, security, and technology consulting related engagements, including, IT Controls, IT Due-Diligence, IT Vendor Management, assessing business environments based on security frameworks such as PCI, NIST, ISO, FFIEC, NYDFS, NACHA, FedLine, and GLBA at the direction of the compliance and security engagement team leads.  This role will interact with client personnel, thus good communication skills and a strong presence are needed.

Job Duties:

 Works with internal teams to directly engage client projects and consults around compliance and security issues, needs, remediation and make recommendations for resolution

• Drafts reports or presentations to client showing the updates needed to ensure their systems are operating for compliance
• Works with team on creating initial project plans for client, participating in planning sessions and attending meetings and testing for client projects
• Identifies and prioritizes risks and assesses the impact and likeliness of occurrence
• Participates in the review, validation, observation, and documentation of internal controls based on technology or cyber frameworks such as Payment Card Industry (PCI); National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cyber Security Framework; International Organization for Standardization (ISO); New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS); Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) IT Handbook; Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (Swift), NACHA and other regulations or frameworks 
• Assists in evaluation of observations and provides possible solutions for and courses of action to achieve best results based on the client business needs
• Prepares reports for client, highlighting work performed, issues identified and possible solutions/recommendations
• Coordinates with other BDO practices in relation to technical issues and other due diligence project components in conjunction with the engagement lead
• Travels up to 30% of the time as necessary
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Computer Science, Information Security, Accounting, or Finance, required

Experience:

• One (1) or more years’ experience working with any sort of compliance framework, required
• One (1) year of prior experience in management consulting, technology advisory, or technology project management, preferred
• Prior experience working within a national consulting organization or professional services, preferred

License(s)/Certification(s):

• N/A

Software:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, required
• Experience with Google Suite, preferred

Language(s):

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to identify issues and anomalies through review of supporting information
• Solid organizational skills, especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously 
• Able to participate in a team environment on engagements 
• Able to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the client and BDO 

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range:  $75,000 - $85,000
Maryland Range:  $75,000 - $85,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range:  $75,000 - $85,000
 

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. 

At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team.  BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. 

We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:

• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
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