Cyber Compliance Associate - Summer 2027

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McLean, VA, USA
In-Office
70K-84K Annually
Entry level
Legal Tech • Other • Professional Services • Real Estate • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Financial Services
Experience the power of being understood.
The Role
Support cyber risk and data protection engagements by assessing governance and compliance, identifying technical and business impacts, recommending remediations, measuring compliance to frameworks/regulations, developing security metrics/reports, supporting eGRC/tool implementation, and assisting client presentations and operating model design.
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We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

We are currently looking for Consultants for our Cyber Risk and Data Protection practice. The candidate will work with teams of security and privacy staff in a wide variety of systems environments. Our Cyber Risk Consulting team serves the Information Security and Data Privacy related needs of our clients. This team helps organizations identify their cyber risk, and design and implement program to address those risks and improve their cyber security posture We serve a diverse base of clients in a variety of industries, and understanding how technology impacts the operation and growth of organizations is what we do best. 

 

As a Consulting Associate, you will jump start your career through a comprehensive training and development program where you will be exposed to all our Consulting Solution Practices. This training will include:  

 

  • Consulting process, tools and methods 

  • Client engagement economics 

  • Presentation and business writing skills 

Primary Responsibilities: 

  • Conduct assessments identify risks within an organizations cyber security governance compliance programs 

  • Determine technical, business impact and likelihood of identified security issues and provide remediation guidance to clients 

  • Work with a variety of cyber security and privacy frameworks such as ISO, NIST, CIS.   

  • Measure and report clients’ compliance with established industry or National/International government requirements such as PCI DSS, CMMC, FEDRAMP, GDPR, CCPA, etc. 

  • Contribute to the development of security governance and compliance programs for our clients  

  • Support the development and implementation of tools such as eGRC, used to help manage security programs across a variety of organizations 

  • Develop metrics and reporting for security programs 

  • Support presentations to executive management and Boards of Directors  

  • Develop target operating models for cyber security programs including budgets, resource levels, reporting structure, etc.  

  • Collaborate with RSM consulting professionals across risk and technology consulting with a variety of credentials including Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professionals® (CISSP®); Certified Information Systems Auditor® (CISA®) and Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM®) 

 

Basic Qualifications: 

 

  • Minimum B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university by the time employment commences with a major in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems Management, Information Security or other similar degrees 

  • Technical background in computer science and related fields 

  • Working knowledge of business process flows 

  • The ability to interpret and convey technical information through written and oral communications to all levels of technical aptitude, including senior management 

  • High degree of integrity and confidentiality, as well as ability to adhere to company policies and best practices 

  • Possess a strong internal drive and motivation for continuous improvement 

  • A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

 

  • Familiarity in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, OneNote, etc. is desired  

  • Practical hands-on or lab experience with IT infrastructure components such as servers, firewalls, IDS systems and other network infrastructure components 

  • Practical hands-on or lab experience with security tools, such as a Nessus, Kali Linux, etc., or other commercial and public domain security tools 

  • Operating system configuration and security experience (HP-UX, Linux, Solaris, AIX, etc.) 

  • Basic understanding of secure network architecture design  

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].

RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one day request or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $70,400 - $84,000

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems Management, Information Security or similar by start of employment
  • Technical background in computer science or related fields
  • Working knowledge of business process flows
  • Ability to interpret and convey technical information in writing and orally to all levels, including senior management
  • High degree of integrity and confidentiality and ability to adhere to company policies
  • Strong internal drive and motivation for continuous improvement
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Familiarity with Microsoft tools (Excel, OneNote)
  • Practical hands-on or lab experience with IT infrastructure (servers, firewalls, IDS, network components)
  • Practical hands-on or lab experience with security tools (Nessus, Kali Linux, other security tools)
  • Operating system configuration and security experience (HP-UX, Linux, Solaris, AIX)
  • Basic understanding of secure network architecture design

RSM US LLP Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RSM US LLP and has not been reviewed or approved by RSM US LLP.

  • Parental & Family Support Benefits include up to $50,000 in fertility coverage, up to $20,000 for adoption or surrogacy, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, six weeks of paid family caregiver leave, and backup care support. Feedback suggests these programs are a standout strength for parents and caregivers.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off provisions include self-managed PTO for associates and above, at least 14 paid holidays, and additional wellbeing days. Feedback suggests this breadth helps offset mid-market base pay perceptions.
  • Healthcare Strength Health offerings include two HDHP medical plans with firm HSA contributions, dental and vision coverage, telehealth, and a mental-health platform with free coaching/therapy sessions. Feedback suggests the combined health and wellbeing resources enhance total rewards.

RSM US LLP Insights

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