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Technology Risk Consulting Associate - Summer 2027

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Chicago, IL, USA
69K-82K Annually
Entry level
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Chicago, IL, USA
69K-82K Annually
Entry level
Supports technology risk consulting engagements involving IT controls, SOX compliance, SOC reporting, internal audits, ERP systems, and IT security reviews. Assists with control design, documentation, testing, risk assessment, and identifying deficiencies. Works with client leadership to address emerging technology risks and improve governance and assurance capabilities. Requires strong communication, teamwork, critical thinking, project management, and professionalism, with travel to client locations potentially required.
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We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

RSM has exceptional career opportunities available for a Technology Risk Consultant (TRC). Our TRC associates are those seeking career growth and accelerated professional opportunities for an exciting, growing consulting practice. They are professionals who appreciate the ability to aggressively pursue their career goals while being provided the opportunity to experience a rewarding work-life balance. 

Our clients depend upon effective risk management, internal audit, and governance of enterprise information technology in order to achieve their business objectives. RSM’s Risk Consulting and TRC team serves middle marketing leaders globally aspiring to help transform their technology risk management and assurance capabilities to be aligned to the key risks and strategies of their organization. 

 

TRC professionals utilize their background in accounting, business and Information Technology to provide, including: 

  • Understanding clients' needs and expectations, their business and industry, accounting and control systems, employees and company values  

  • Assist clients on the design and optimization of controls utilizing a general knowledge of business processes, accounting, and information technologies.  

  • Use problem solving and critical thinking skills to quickly identify internal control deficiencies, evaluate their risk implications, and draw the appropriate conclusions to best advise our clients 

  • Assist in creating internal control documentation to support client engagements  

  • Engage with client leadership on strategies to anticipate emerging technology risks 

Examples of commonly performed TRC projects include: 

  • Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)/regulatory and compliance engagements for application and IT controls 

  • System and Controls (SOC) reporting and other controls opinion services 

  • Information Technology controls testing in support of financial statement audits 

  • Technical IT controls review 

  • Internal audits over ERP systems, IT security, and other IT systems 

To learn more about “a day in the life of a Risk Consultant” check out this video!  

 

Qualifications: 

  • Pursuing at least a B.A./B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university, expected completion of degree by December 2026 or June 2027 

  • There are 2 different types of individuals that we look to hire into this team: 

  • Major in Accounting and/or related degrees  

  • Major in Information Systems and/or related degrees  

  • Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred  

  • Travel to assigned client locations may be required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations  

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills  

  • Strong multi-tasking and project management skills  

  • Ability to work as an effective member of a team  

  • Must possess a high degree of integrity and professionalism  

  • Certification or working towards certification as a CPA, CISA, or CIA, preferred not required 


At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.


We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.


All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 


Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].


RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one day request or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization.


RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.


At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.


Compensation Range: $68,640 - $81,900

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