Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BARR Advisory is a security and compliance solutions provider specializing in cybersecurity and compliance for organizations with high-value data in regulated industries. The IT Audit Consultant will lead SOC 1 and SOC 2 examinations from planning through report issuance, manage client relationships, evaluate information security controls, review audit work, and mentor junior consultants.
Responsibilities
- Lead and perform SOC 1 and SOC 2 examinations for clients from planning through report issuance, ensuring high-quality client deliverables
- Build trusted client relationships by managing engagement timelines, expectations, and communication throughout the audit process
- Evaluate information security controls through walkthroughs and testing, while providing practical recommendations
- Review workpapers and prepare reports to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with professional standards
- Mentor and coach Associates through technical development, engagement execution, and client interactions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance methodologies, documentation, and internal processes
- Identify opportunities to improve engagement quality, audit methodology, and the overall client experience
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3+ years of experience in IT audit, including experience performing SOC examinations, preferably within a consulting or CPA firm
- 2+ years of experience independently leading SOC examinations as the auditor, including Type I and Type II, from planning through report issuance
- Experience performing walkthroughs, control testing, audit documentation, and report preparation for SOC examinations
- Strong knowledge of the AICPA Trust Services Criteria (TSC) and internal control concepts
- Experience evaluating information security risks, control design, and operating effectiveness
- Working knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) and/or on-premises infrastructure
- Experience mentoring or supervising junior auditors or consultants
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage client relationships independently
- Ability to obtain an industry certification (CISA, CPA, CISSP, CISM, ISO Lead Auditor, etc.) within one year of hire
- Ability to travel up to 20% as needed
- At this time, we cannot consider candidates who require US work authorization sponsorship, now or in the future, or who reside outside the United States
- Have experience with additional compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, HITRUST, HIPAA, or PCI DSS
- Have worked with compliance automation or GRC platforms such as Vanta, Drata, Secureframe, or similar tools
- Enjoy mentoring others and helping shape best practices within a growing consulting team
- Bring a continuous improvement mindset and enjoy finding ways to enhance client and team experiences
Benefits
- Remote-first workplace, including a $200/month work-from-home stipend
- Employer-paid health and wellness benefits
- Monthly Uber Eats meal stipend
- Monthly WeWork office stipend for flexible workspace access
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Employee performance bonus program
- Client and employee referral program
- Media engagement opportunities and PR exposure
- In-house manager development and leadership training
- Professional certification support and continuing education opportunities
- Unlimited PTO and paid company holidays
- Employer matching gift program and volunteer paid time off
- Collaborative, team-oriented environment
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