Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. At Cherry Bekaert we create shared success through teamwork, energy, and expertise. We approach today’s toughest business challenges with a client-first mindset, working together to create exceptional value. We are all committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, our community, and our professions. To meet this commitment, Cherry Bekaert will provide you with the space to pursue growth and development opportunities that will guide and support you at each stage of your personal and professional journey. If you are ready to find your space and create your future, you belong with us.
Cherry Bekaert’s CyberSecurity team is growing!
Our CyberSecurity team serves our Audit, Tax and Advisory practice areas across the firm to provide IT Audit, consulting, and compliance services in the areas of:
Cybersecurity Risk and Gap Assessments
Cybersecurity Technical Assessments
CMMC, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-115, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53 (FISMA, FedRAMP, etc.)
ISO 27001/27002, PCI, HIPPA/HITRUST, FFIEC
AICPA Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework
AICPA SOC 1/2/3
As a Cyber Staff you will:
You will support the performance of technology, cybersecurity, privacy and general control audit/ advisory engagements, in addition to technical cybersecurity assessments. Under supervision of the Cybersecurity/Risk Accounting & Advisory Services (RAAS) Manager and Partner, you will help identify cybersecurity control weaknesses, design gaps, vulnerabilities, audit exceptions and inefficiencies with appropriate recommendations to management.
Support strong work papers conforming to the firm’s methodology/standards and participation in report drafting
Identify and communicate results to leadership
Maintain a strong client focus by understanding the client’s business needs while developing productive working relationships with client personnel in order to accomplish audit objectives
Demonstrate strong project management skills, ability to multi-task and attention to detail
Conducting cyber services in the areas such as:
Cybersecurity Readiness Assessments
Vulnerability Assessments
Attack & Penetration Studies
Incident Response
Cybersecurity Governance Risk & Compliance Examinations
What you bring to the role:
Masters or Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting or Mathematics
Cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above preferred, but not required
Interest in technology risk management and IT governance principles
Willing to pursue relevant professional designations (ex. CPA, CISA, CISSP, etc.)
Ability to travel to client sites as needed, included frequent same-day travel and occasional out-of-town travel
What you can expect from us:
Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect
The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you
A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development
Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing
Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work
Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures
Benefits Information:
Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.
Pay Range:
$79,000 - $90,000About Cherry Bekaert
Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/
Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.
This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.
Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us at https://careers.cbh.com/ and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree (preferably in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting or Mathematics)
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above
- Interest in technology risk management and IT governance principles
- Willingness to pursue relevant professional designations (e.g., CPA, CISA, CISSP)
- Ability to travel to client sites as needed, including frequent same-day travel and occasional out-of-town travel
- Strong project management skills, ability to multi-task, and attention to detail
- Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
What We Do
Cherry Bekaert delivers digitally driven and industry-aligned solutions to elevate our clients from mid-market players to market leaders in a hypercompetitive landscape. Ranked among the largest accounting firms in the United States, we offer specialized solutions across assurance, tax, business valuations, digital consulting, M&A and other advisory services to advance our clients' business goals. For more than 75 years, global corporations, private businesses, government entities, nonprofits, emerging firms, start-ups and successful individuals have relied on Cherry Bekaert to guide them forward as their growth advisor. We offer professional opportunities and resources in an environment that is supportive, flexible, entrepreneurial, and offers personal growth. We invest in our people to help transform their careers. Bringing together diverse talents and backgrounds, we empower our people to achieve more. This supports our mission: “Making a Difference for our people, our clients, our community and our professions." Cherry Bekaert specializes in serving industry sectors including Government Services, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Hospitality & Retail, Industrial Manufacturing, Not-for-Profits, Private Equity Services, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction and Technology. In addition, The Firm has an international reach through our affiliation with Allinial Global. For more information, please visit cbh.com, and be sure to follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. Content on this page has been prepared for general information only and is not intended to be relied upon as accounting, tax or professional advice. Please reach out to your advisors for specific advice.
