IT Senior Associate, Risk Advisory Services

Overview

IT Senior Associate, Risk Advisory Services. The Senior Associate, Data Risk & Security (DRS) will provide risk consulting and issue resolution to clients in general IT controls, IT application controls, IT process improvement, pre and post systems implementations, and IT security in a banking environment (commercial and / or retail banking). This role participates in all stages of IT internal audits or IT consulting engagements, and assists with planning, field work, engagement wrap-up and report composition, along with providing recommendations to address client risks.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Acts as primary contact for clients regarding basic questions and information
• Develops and monitors budgets (budget-to-actual) for all assigned engagements
• Conducts informational interviews and facilitates meetings with clients during the engagement process
• Obtains information, documents and data from clients to support analysis and research of client issues
• Documents and analyzes client processes, risks and controls, with guidance from senior DRS professionals
• Reviews client contracts and develops contract summaries, including key provisions and financial information based on contract type
• Develops initial deliverables and / or solutions to client issues
• Reassesses risk and communicates with other professionals and / or client as necessary
• Assists with management of engagements to ensure engagement metrics are achieved
• Utilizes research tools, databases and trade publications to understand client industry
• Develops relationships with client personnel and management
• Prepares formal and informal presentations for client meetings
• Partners with leadership to complete research and draft proposals and reports, as necessary
• Implements project plans and maintains documentation and work papers for engagements
• Maintains confidentiality of all documentation and work papers
• Conducts risk assessment of assigned department or functional area, while overseeing staff
• Establishes risk-based IT audit programs
• Determines scope of review with the engagement manager
• Documents financial reporting cycles or internal audit areas, and identifies key controls
• Assesses internal control design and operational effectiveness
• Conducts audit testing, identifies reportable issues and risk dimensions
• Determines compliance with applicable legislation and audit policies and procedures
• Communicates findings to senior management and drafts comprehensive reports
• Keeps abreast of IT technology developments, cloud services, IT security breaches, auditing standards updates and emerging issues
• Other duties as required

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Compensation

Individual salaries are determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. Ranges commonly observed : California, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, NYC / Long Island / Westchester, Washington, and Washington DC : $85,000 - $100,000.

About Us

Join us at BDO, where you will find a place where your work is impactful and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture emphasizes meaningful connections, curiosity, and authenticity, with a focus on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes for our people, clients, and communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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