Associate - SOC

Job Description

Job Responsibilities Primarily perform SOC audits, along with ITGCs support, HITRUST certifications, and ISO assessments. Learn the client's platform structure, security, and software. Learn the clients system and control environment and how it impacts their associated customer users. Exercise professional skepticism in the critical assessment of audit evidence. Possess knowledge of Windows and/or UNIX-based operating systems, SQL and other databases, cloud environments, application change management methodologies and security best practices. Thoroughly evaluate assigned areas of fieldwork and identify potential points for improvement. Develop an understanding of client businesses related to assigned engagements. Know and apply specialized knowledge, for example, the SOC Trust Services Criteria and SOC report framework, and the rules, regulations, and code of ethics of the AICPA. Requirements Degree in Accounting, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or related field. Minimum of 1 year of Public Accounting experience, with some exposure to SOC, HITRUST or ISO engagements. Ability to identify internal control deficiencies and document management letter comments for purposes of communicating deficiencies and weaknesses to clients. Demonstrate knowledge or interest in information technology. Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Engagement. Achieved or working towards CPA or CISA certification. Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.