IT Advisory and Security Associate, SOC Specialist

Our firm is seeking an Associate, SOC 1/SOC 2 Specialist to join our IT Advisory and Security Group in our Troy, MI office. We are seeking a candidate with excellent teamwork and communication skills, as well as strong business acumen. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience performing SOC 1 and/or SOC 2 attestation examinations, including walkthroughs, control testing, evaluation of audit evidence, workpaper documentation and report preparation.

This Associate, SOC Specialist may also be involved in other IT advisory engagements, including IT general and application controls testing, financial institution IT audits, cybersecurity assessments, and various framework consulting.

Responsibilities

• Executes and assists with SOC 1 and SOC 2 engagements, including performing walkthroughs, evaluating the design and implementation of controls, testing operating effectiveness, collecting and evaluating audit evidence, documenting work performed, evaluating exceptions, and assisting with report preparation.
• Assists with the execution of IT audit and advisory engagements, including identifying risks and controls, performing walkthroughs and interviews with client personnel, testing controls, collecting and evaluating evidence, drafting findings and recommendations, and other related engagement activities.
• Prepares clear, accurate and well-supported workpapers in accordance with firm methodology and professional standards.
• Manages assigned engagement responsibilities and priorities to meet established deadlines and budget expectations.
• Collaborates with engagement team members and contributes to the efficient completion of client engagements.
• Assists with training and supporting newer Associates and Interns, as appropriate.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Finance, Business or related field required
• CISA, CISM, CPA, CISSP or similar professional certification, or progress toward certification, preferred.
• 1-2 years of IT audit, SOC, information security, or related experience preferred
• 1-2 years of experience within a public accounting, consulting, or related professional services environment preferred
• Working knowledge of AICPA SOC 1 reporting requirements, IT general controls, and SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Ability to travel up to 10%, Accounting, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Budgeting, Business Services, Business Skills, CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor, CISM - Certified Information Security Manager, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Computer Security, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Design Evaluation, Documentation, Domestic Tax, Establish Priorities, Finance, Financial Audit, IT Requirements, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information Technology/Systems Audit, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Legal, Multitasking, Professional Services, Public Accounting, Regulations, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Software Testing, Team Player, Testing, Time Management, Willing to Travel

Title: IT Advisory and Security Associate, SOC Specialist Organization: Doeren Mayhew CPAs and Advisors Location: Troy Description:

Doeren Mayhew is the 36^th largest U.S. tax, assurance and advisory firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan with over 25 offices across the country and abroad. Founded in 1932, Doeren Mayhew is positioned for successful future growth. If you want to join a rising firm that is consistently named among the 50 best-managed firms in the nation, this is the firm for you., “Doeren Mayhew” is the brand name under which Doeren Mayhew Assurance, PC and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide professional services. Doeren Mayhew Assurance, PC and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC (and its subsidiary entities) practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations and professional standards. Doeren Mayhew Assurance, PC is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.