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Cyber Security Assessment Manager

Crowe · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
Information Technology$105k–$214k/yrFull-time

About the Role

As a Cyber Security Assessment Manager, you will work directly with client stakeholders to understand their cybersecurity internal audit needs, collaborate with internal audit team members to plan and execute engagements, and deliver high-quality findings and recommendations that enhance the client's security posture and compliance efforts. In this role, you will continuously learn, collaborate across teams, and explore how tools, including emerging AI capabilities, can improve efficiency, insights, and client outcomes. You play a pivotal role in leading teams, guiding project execution, and deepening client relationships. You are expected to contribute to account planning, identify opportunities to add value, and ensure high-quality delivery. As your responsibilities expand, you take on broader account ownership, balancing project leadership with growing involvement in client strategy and solution development.

Responsibilities

  • Planning and executing internal audits across cybersecurity and IT infrastructure domains, including: Security Operations Centers (SOC); Data Services and Data Governance; Third Party Risk Management (TPRM); Cyber Resilience and Incident Response; Infrastructure risk control frameworks, including second line of defense (2LOD) review; Infrastructure-level Incident and Problem Management; Integrated Cyber Auditing alongside business and operational auditors
  • Assessing design and operational effectiveness of technical cybersecurity controls against regulatory expectations and industry frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, COBIT, ISO 27001)
  • Preparing thorough audit documentation, reports, and deliverables independently and on schedule
  • Communicating audit procedures, findings, and recommendations directly to client stakeholders, including both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Maintaining audit quality and responsiveness throughout the engagement lifecycle, ensuring client satisfaction and confidence

Basic Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of total professional experience
  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience performing internal audits, specifically in cybersecurity, IT general controls, or infrastructure risk within a financial services or consulting environment
  • Strong working knowledge of cybersecurity operations, controls, and governance practices
  • Demonstrated ability to independently complete audits from planning through reporting, with minimal oversight
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in documenting observations and explaining results to clients
  • Bachelor's degree
  • One or more relevant professional certifications: CISSP, CISA, or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with or auditing financial services regulations and guidelines (e.g., OCC, FDIC, FFIEC, NYDFS)
  • Prior experience at a public accounting or advisory firm delivering internal audit services to banking, insurance, or fintech clients

Pay

$104,500.00 - $213,800.00 per year

Benefits

  • Real flexibility to balance work with life moments
  • Comprehensive total rewards package
  • Inclusive culture that values diversity
  • Consistent meetings with a Career Coach to guide your career goals and aspirations
  • Opportunities for career growth and leadership

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