Risk Assurance

Curious to hear any thoughts about the best strategy to optimize your exit into industry?

Recently made the switch from a staff Enterprise Risk role to a Senior Technology Risk role. I’ve had limited exposure to Tech Risk engagements in the past but was wondering if there was anything I s… more

Protiviti vs Grant Thornton? What’s the reputation for each? What’s the culture like? Which is more prestigious?

How is the work life balance at Protiviti? Is it a 9-5?

If anyone is looking to get into Consent Order validation and testing work, DM me for a referral. We are in DESPERATE need for resources as we cannot keep up with the market demand.

Why is it called Risk Assurance?

Why not IT Assurance, since that’s what it is?

Anyone know of available operational risk assurance/controls positions for experienced employees?

I’m currently the portfolio accounting&control manager at a private lender. I established our risk… more

How do you usually assess the completeness and accuracy of sailpoint reviews? Do you look at connections or configurations between then business application and sailpoint?

Would you take a total WFH position for a 50k paycut? Putting me at around 100k TC. I can live on this, but is it really worth it? I'm leaning toward yes but not sure if this is crazy.

3 years to senior and now an s3. I know I'm underpaid at 100k after 6 years (HCOL market but not NYC).

What should I realistically expect elsewhere? Or what are my peers making in TECH risk as S4 o… more

I am in TR mostly doing IT Audit. Recently, my manager told me to always respond or reply any message from the audit team, even on weekend.

I don't mind working overtime and occasionally on the weekend. But I… more

Does anyone work in EY Enterprise Risk for financial services? What’s the work life balance like? Is the work interesting?

During raises and promos in October, KPMG seniors and associates should create a spreadsheet listing previous compensation, raise, VC, title, years with firm and location.

I have an interview coming up for internal audit manager. Currently in external audit. When asked about my experience in ERM - what would you say Is transferable skills that I can leverage in my answ… more

Recently laid off. I have a couple of full time positions i'm interviewing for. But, does anyone know anyone hiring for temporary risk assurance contract work to hold me over?

What is the income ceiling realistically, for being in RA? What are top reasonable salaries?

If anyone with 1 YOE or higher (non-internship experience) is looking for a referral to EY's Risk practice, DM me. Referring for Staff 2, Seniors, Managers, Senior Managers and above.

Is it worth getting an MBA if all of your work experience is IT Audit? Would it open new doors? 5 YOE

What was PwC DAT raise from a2 to a3?

To people that were in the IT risk industry in 2007-2008…how big was the loss of jobs in the industry due to the recession? Was it not as big as in other sectors or pretty much equal as others?

Tips on passing CISA exam ? How long did it take y’all to prepare ? Any good resources?

There's been talk of a promotion for me shortly. I'm excited, but stressed because I'm overthinking what will be required of me in terms of leadership skills. I'm introverted and reall… more

What kind of general salary increase can I see over time as a young associate? Is there a true ceiling for RA?

Any insights on Protiviti as a company? Good place to work? Considering a move from internal to client facing.

Hiring for a senior IT auditor role in Atlanta. Internal audit focused on Cybersecurity (no IT SOX) in Financial Services. Great WLB (no more than 40 hours per week) and awesome PTO. Looking for 2-3 y… more

What are the best exits from risk assurance? Is it possible to lateral into tech or no?

Any pointers on how’s the comp and work life balance for McKinsey IT Security team ?
TIA

Anyone have experiencing setting up controls over crypto? Specifically in relation to wallets, cold storage, NFT. Where would I find info on this?

My company is hiring for senior/ supervisor roles, if interested message me. I also want to know what the average senior making a year in south Florida, see if I should be the one switching 😂

As a young associate, what are the best things I can do to get ahead and stand out?

Is summer slow for IT audit or is WLB generally this good?

If anyone is looking for Senior Associate or Manager roles in Risk Assurance, PwC’s Digital Assurance and Transprency practice (legacy Risk Assurance) is hiring and I would love to connect and refer y… more

For people that have been in the IT audit/IT risk space for some time specifically in industry and not PA. Have you noticed a significant amount of layoffs during the past recession? I have been heari… more

Help.
1) how to draft first post-grad resume with 3 years experience
2) how to leverage IT Audit experience for corporate staff accountant roles (passion related, don't judge the downgrade)

Anyone here who performs controls assurance projects? I'd like to DM with some questions. Thank you!

Currently ITGC controls mgr internally . Non client facing role. Left risk assurance 5 yrs ago in the same firm .

I have a cisa and also a chartered accountant.

Can I get my path into cybersecurity consulting … more