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# Cybersecurity SOC Senior Associate

- **Company:** Cherry Bekaert LLP
- **Location:** Vienna, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $94,000 - $130,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems, Document Management Systems, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.financialjobbank.com/job.asp?id=3505239215&tx=KJ8989FFR&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree, preferably in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Accounting.
 * 2+ years of relevant experience performing SOC audits or consulting externally/leading internally on controls implementation or attestation services involving SOC, ISO, Internal Audit ITGCs, and/or HITRUST certifications.
 * A relevant professional certification such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), ISO 27001/42001 Lead Auditor, or HITRUST CCFSP.
 * Strong client-service and relationship-management capabilities.
 * Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
 * Ability to travel to client sites as needed, not expected to exceed 25%, Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.

## Description

* Lead client walkthroughs to understand business needs and document control environments, identifying control design or operating-effectiveness gaps, vulnerabilities, and audit exceptions.
 * Deliver SOC readiness and attestation engagements while developing practical recommendations for client management.
 * Drive high-quality project execution through effective planning, quality control, oversight, and attention to engagement budgets and delivery expectations.
 * Develop strong workpapers and contribute to report drafting for attestation and certification engagements in accordance with Firm methodologies and standards.
 * Build productive client relationships by understanding business needs and maintaining a strong client-service focus throughout engagements.
 * Collaborate across multiple clients and compliance frameworks, maintaining strong attention to detail while balancing competing priorities.
 * Lead, teach, support, and communicate with offshore resources and share your experience with colleagues on new approaches, execution strategies, and compliance standards.