I know I’ll get mixed answers, but I need some advice. I have a network where I could possibly (keyword possibly) move into IT Risk Assurance. I’m currently on a long term Staff Aug project that I don’t think is adding any value to my development. I know IT Risk Assurance gets a bad rep, but I think it’ll help me better develop as opposed to the Staff Aug project I’m on. Please give me some advice on what I should expect (pros and cons) as well as exit ops.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Well, where are you now?

Federal “Business Consulting”

Anything is better than staff aug and even though people like to clown on IT audit (myself included) it’s still a great springboard for future endeavors. I wouldnt be where I am now if I didn’t get my second job after starting in IT audit.

Take it and run with it. You’ll learn a lot and you’ll decide for yourself after a couple years where you want to go but at least you’ll have options at that point

Cyber security is a bunch of controls to mitigate risk. They’re just super technical controls. IT audit taught me the language of risk and controls

I can’t speak on Staff Aug, but I’m a staff in IT risk rn and tbh I’m not exactly sure it’s been helpful in setting me up for exit ops. Feels like I’m pigeonholing myself into a specialization i don’t want

Related Posts

What does an exit from Salesforce consulting look like? I’m in a technical role leading a small team so my understanding is a technical/solution architect or a development team lead at either Salesforce or an end user like Amazon/Amex.

I have bounced around a couple consulting companies so would prefer not to do it again. Total 4 YOE.

I don’t think I have enough YOE to go for a program architect role at SF otherwise I’d be interested.

like

Hi
I am working in Amazon from June 2020 as L3 HR Generalist. My current CTC is 5.2 LPA. I have a post graduation degree in English.
I was wondering if doing an MBA distance course from Symbiosis would help me get a better position and salary?
Can anyone please suggest? If not symbiosis then can I choose any other University for doing the MBA?

Hello people, how common is a Amazon to PWC move ?
I’m interviewing for a Senior Associate role and TC seems to be more competitive than role in L5.

TC $114k- Base AMZ- $73k +$38kstocks ( vesting 17k$ due next year)

TC $135k Base PWC -$81$ + Bonuses ( 50k$)

Looking for managerial skills which the PWC role avails, and L6 promo doesn’t seem to be happening soon in current role. I’m also mentally stretched. I hear WLB in PWC is just as busy but can anyone confirm if this move makes any sense. Google Amazon

likefunny

Has Anyone moved to KPMG UK as an IT Audit Analyst (E Grade Role)? How is the work life balance ?

@kpmglondon @kpmguk

like
like

What do people exit to from fed consulting? 2 yoe here and I want out

like

I’d like input!

I am currently a charge nurse and am in a “Pathway to Leadership Program” that will come with promotions into leadership/administration. I am concerned that going through the leadership ladder will lead to a lot of politics.

I am thinking of getting a masters of healthcare informatics, and would love input from people in both industries and any advice you have!

Would you continue into the nursing leadership ladder or go into health informatics (which also has leadership!)?

What is a good way to enter into health informatics with a degree in health service administration?

like

I have almost 5.5years of experience and working with TCS from almost 4years my current package is less than my experience.
I have interview for HCL for network engineer/administrator role. How much should I ask during salary discussion?

like

Hi there, anyone at Unilever willing to provide a referral?

like

Hi all! I’m about to start my masters in Computational Finance and I really need to make my decision on what job I wanna do. I’m considering quant, data scientist and AI engineer but I’m still not sure what career I want to do. Can anyone share what job you took and what the daily tasks were like after you studied anything related to computational finance? And salaries as well pls (this is also important too😅)

Pls share any suggestions and advices as well!
Thanks!

Hi Sharks,

Kindly provide your suggestions about VOLKSWAGEN for Senior SAP functional consultant Role.

How's work culture, WLB, job security, Hikes etc

I'm working as Senior Test Engineer with 5 years of experience in manual and now want to become Scrum Master. I'm confused that whether I'll be able to make it or not as SM because I don't have any experience in same. Please guide and help.
How much package can I expect after switch as SM?

like

I work as a Solution Specialist (sales rep) at an Authorizer Verizon retailer. Phone/wireless sales is not something I want to do forever. I have 4 years mobile sales experience and 3 additional years of niche sales/ customer service experience. I’m feeling stuck and every career/job move fells it is a step backwards. Does anybody have any advice on how to power through this or what other routs I could go?

like

Hi dear coaches,

Here's a wannabe coach who needs some guidance. I am 26 y/o, have worked in research and corporate world. As i entered the adult world and started working when 20y/o i missed the time i used to volunteer for organizations talking about leadership and motivation. I have a job that fulfills me, working in a top company blah blah but i don't feel i am giving to the world. Social media makes me feel people need guidance. I want be a coach but what's the best way to start?

like

What agencies are hiring for junior consumer roles?

like

Hi Fishes, I wanted to know more about Hitachi vantara as a company. I have cleared all rounds and awaiting offer, want to know how is the compensation, work culture, insurance benefits, growth like ?
Kindly help , stay safe everyone

likesmart

Hi, anyone Interested in Sailpoint IdentityIq Associate Certification??

like

I work with great people. Really can’t say anything bad about my firm in general either. But…I still dislike the entire premise of law firm life, the billable hour, etc.. I’d love to work in a law school setting as a counselor or something but I can’t afford the pay cut. *sigh* Does anyone feel like being a lawyer is just doing homework all day? First world problems I suppose. I’m very thankful to have a job ❤️

like

More Posts

Dear All,
I'm looking for job opportunity as system administrator. I'm any opportunity please let me know. Thankyou
YOE: 6.5

like

Looking for job _senior tax associate in PA. Please let me know if there's opportunity available. (US West)

Thank you

like

How is Novartis account in Accenture?

like

Hey fishes,
Not able to select future dates in of details in Accenture form 11 what's the solution

like

Hi Folks. Switching from product base to service base at level 9 in accenture in SAP Domain .
Can some1 explain how the journey starts from day 1.
Heard Noise abt client interviews , bench process,layoffs etc etc.
Need Serious Comforting advise.

like
like

Bhai log kaisa hai Accenture? Got level 10, security family group hai. Bata do jara doston thoda ghana jo bhi pata hai, dua dunga.

like

I485 Case Status says “New Card is being produced”!! Thank you all for the helpful discussion fishes. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Details below

EB1C India
I140 Filed and PD: March 2021
RD: May 2021
I1485 Transferred MSC—> SRC: May 2021
Fingerprint: Sep 2021
EAD and AP approved: Dec 2021
I140 Approved: Jul 10, 2022
I1485 Transferred Back SRC—> MSC: Jul 21, 2022
New Card Being produced: Aug 13, 2022

Q: Should I expect any other status changes or is this it? Also, how soon can I expect the GC in mail?

likeuplifting

How to get an interview with Kroll? I'm currently a third year audit manager with Deloitte and Kroll's consulting practice sounds interesting. Does anyone know how to go about getting an interview? Should I just apply on the website?

like

Changes in the healthplans are going to drive me to spend hundreds in out of pocket early on and I'll meet my deductible whether high or low. Any advice on how to choose a policy?

Received an offer from Capgemini invent but have seen mixed reviews.. Would anyone be able to share their experience? How do Capgemini invent grades compare to D?

like

What’s the difference between product marketing and product management at Facebook? Or any company? And product strategy …. So confused!

like

What are the best consulting firms for PE and VC exit, please include boutiques not just obvious ones

like

How long should I be on H1b b4 my potential new employer can initiate my transfer?(on opt now).H1 activates on Oct 1st right?Shd I work with current emp for x days before new emp can request transfer?

like

Is there any strong Marketing Department in Cognizant where Marketing Functional Roles (Brand Management/ Brand Development/Marketing/PPT Developments etc) is put to use? And if so, how can one channelise into the same.
Thanks

like

Do you think FS tax works more than regular, lack of better words, tax in general? Want to get an idea of your particular office culture.

like

How much job grade 105 is getting paid now? Started working at cvs as pharmacy Tech 2 years ago! I’m thinking of leaving because not much upgrade and No promotions!

like

What’s the minimum amount of time to be with a company for?

like

Hi all!

Had 2 interviews in the first half of December for a Product Specialist role, but it's been quiet since the 13th.
I know it's a busy time of year but is it common for a Recruiter to ghost?
I followed up with a Happy Holidays e-mail to no answer and the recruiter no longer has a #Hiring on their LinkedIn profile so I was just wondering if I should take the hint and move on.

Appreciate any and all input!

like

Is Hubspot a good investment?

likefunny

Additional Posts in Consulting

Do you have a monthly inflight wifi plan? You must be in consulting!

like

CAMS Prep...how much prep would an avg AML consultant with 4 yrs experience need to pass?

like

How do you keep workout routine and healthy eating on the road? Feel rushed in the morning and too exhausted when I get back to hotel around 7-7:30.

like

Finally found THE one, after over a year of searching and trying out at least 5 different ones!

A nice comfortable office chair.

https://ergochair.co/collections/chairs/products/ergonomics-mesh-chair-w-adjustable-headrest-and-armrest?variant=32511617597491

My criteria: mesh seat and back, arms, headrest

I tried cheap ones from Amazon. Expensive, second hand gaming chairs. Tried HM Aeron (second hand) and while I didn't like the bulk and the general design, I was sold on the mesh seating. I wanted to get the ErgoChair 2 from autonomous, but it doesn't have mesh seat.

AMA.

likefunnyuplifting

I'm an introverted person, like to keep to myself, focus on work, spend the rest of my time on family, gym etc. I've been told that I need to work on my communication and client relationship building skills. any books I can read? I don't follow pop. culture anymore, no longer actively follow team sports (but sporty myself) as I consider it bread and circus for the masses and don't rly enjoy work drinks... Am I doomed? Personally I am happy and love the work but fear for my career progression.

like

Anybody else spend so much time on the road you're confused where exactly home is? Yet despite wanting a home life and local project you definitely don't want to loose that alt travel freedom.

like

Heard BCG laid off quite a few people this summer. Is this true?

like

Westin, Conchal, Costa Rica, anybody have an opinion/review to share? Looking at a week with her Hotness in February.

like

What are the BCG ring fences and how is each one? Can you join any of them or are you required to do the one closest to your home office

like

McKinsey & Company Anyone willing to refer in McKinsey or BCG?McKinsey & Company Boston Consulting Group

like

Layover in KCI. Flight desk tells me I can't get on the earlier flight cuz I "bought a matinee ticket and this flight is a night show." Bish, yo brain broke!

like

A friend of mine from a top tier consulting firm was counseled out. Do you consider it ethical that his career counselor is intentially spreading the information to his colleagues and to other consultants from other companies in the project? What can he do about it? Specially that he considers the potential layoff is purely based on the current situation (chargeability was low) and not on his performance (they said that his contribution to BD during his bench time was low)?

like

Got a call from PepsiCo. Any idea what the company culture is like? Been thinking of moving to industry.

like

Is PMP worth it? Already have a cert. Starting to manage some big teams/projects.

like

Hello! I’m going to BSchool in August. Any recommendations on books / websites / videos to be more prepared for management consulting interviews?

I'm looking to improve my communication skills to navigate a very political environment better (i.e. I need to be more diplomatic). Any books recommendarions are appreciated 💁🏼‍♀️

like

Hey 🐠, what are your recommendations of books, articles, or practice tips to improve communication, both verbal and written? Want to be stronger at running meetings, pitching ideas, writing (cont’d)

like

How many hours do you work, workout, and sleep on a typical weekday? (Curious if people take workout time out of sleeping time, or what the trade off is between the three.)

like

First year in consulting, is it worth purchasing a car this early? I’m living at home and about a 45 minute car ride away from my home office. Any suggestions? What have you done?

like

Losing status after local project = high school level feelings of embarrassment

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal