IT Risk Consulting
About the Role
IT Risk Consulting helps organizations assess their IT-related risk and develop treatment plans.
Responsibilities
- Assess IT-related risk for organizations
- Develop treatment plans for identified risks
Employer Requirements
According to market employment data, these are the most prominent business skills required to excel in the IT Risk Consulting area and requested by employers:
- Risk Management
- Management
- Auditing
- Communication
- Leadership
- Risk Analysis
- Interpersonal Communications
- Cybersecurity
- Governance, Risk Management, And Compliance
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree generally required
Career Progression
Common Feeder Functional Areas: IT Risk Analysis, GRC, IT Compliance, IT Governance, Privacy Compliance
Common Next Functional Areas: IT Risk Management, Audit Executive, Information Security Management, Privacy Management, Privacy Executive
Directly Related Role
IT Risk Consultant
Pay
Average Annual Salary: US$138k
Level
Mid–Senior Level
Certification
CRISC—Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control
ISACA's Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) program provides expertise in managing enterprise IT risk and implementing information systems controls.
Resources
- Tool: Risk Scenarios Tool Kit | Digital | English — The use of risk scenarios can enhance the risk management effort by helping the risk team understand and explain risk to business process owners and other stakeholders.
- Resource: ISACA IT Risk Resources — ISACA's expert guidance gives professionals and enterprises the tools, techniques and understanding to manage IT Risk.
- Membership: ISACA Local Chapters — ISACA has over 200 chapters worldwide, offering a variety of benefits to members, including networking, education, and career development opportunities.
- Member Experience: Leadership Series — Grow your leadership skills with access to expert-led events with an ISACA membership. Earn free CPE while learning to lead yourself, others, and your organization with confidence.
- Training: ISACA Conferences — From in-person, virtual to hybrid, ISACA's conferences help you connect with professionals worldwide and expand your knowledge wherever you are.