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About Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance

Our Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance team provides innovative advisory services to help clients evaluate and improve their information systems, manage risk, and optimize technology. We work across industries, supporting clients with IT audit readiness, compliance, and control evaluations while identifying value-added opportunities for business improvement.

About the Role

As a Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance Manager you will lead and execute IT audit and advisory engagements across a portfolio of clients. You’ll oversee project delivery, supervise staff, and ensure that technical work meets quality and compliance standards. This role is ideal for someone with strong hands-on audit experience, client service skills, and a passion for developing others—without the full business development or strategic oversight responsibilities of a Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Technical

• Plan and manage IT audit and advisory engagements from scoping to reporting
• Develop audit programs and perform control testing in line with standards (e.g., SOX, SOC, NIST, COBIT, ISO)
• Review workpapers and deliverables prepared by staff for accuracy and completeness
• Research and resolve technical IT audit issues and present practical recommendations to clients
• Help clients strengthen their control environment, improve risk management, and prepare for regulatory examinations
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of IT governance frameworks, risk trends, and technology developments

Behavioral

• Lead daily engagement activities, including scheduling, budgeting, and team coordination
• Manage client communication, ensuring expectations are clear and met
• Serve as a trusted resource for staff, providing real-time coaching and mentorship
• Collaborate with Senior Managers and Directors to plan resource needs and engagement risk mitigation
• Communicate clearly with clients and team members, both in writing and verbally
• Demonstrate ownership of project timelines, deliverables, and outcomes

Non-Charge

• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of new team members
• Support staff development through training, mentoring, and performance feedback
• Contribute to internal initiatives such as process improvements, knowledge sharing, or technology adoption
• Attend firm-sponsored events and participate in committees or working groups
• Maintain continuing education requirements for professional certifications
• Develop proposals and presentations for prospective clients
• Identify opportunities to expand services

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Computer Science, or related field
• 5–8 years of experience in IT audit, cybersecurity, or risk advisory services
• Preferred certifications: CISA, CRISC, CPA, CIA, or CITP
• Strong knowledge of IT audit standards and control frameworks (e.g., COSO, NIST, COBIT, ISO 27001)
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects and leading teams
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Software & Tools

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Audit and risk management tools (e.g., CaseWare, TeamMate)
• Familiarity with IT governance frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, and ISO

• Flexible work schedules and environment
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid family leave, medical leave, and maternity/paternity leave programs
• Retirement benefits, including a best-in-class employer match and automatic profit sharing.
• Telemedicine, mental health resources and wellness program reimbursement

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Additionally, responsibilities and duties may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances. Dean Dorton is an equal opportunity employer.