Information Assurance Associate

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything.  Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe.  By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's Information Assurance Services team within Risk Advisory and Assurance Services (RAAS) and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for new colleagues to join their dynamic SOC team as an Associate. 

Responsibilities and duties for this role include: 

• Work alongside lead auditors and audit teams in executing audits with clients across different industries and from around the globe
• Participate in client calls, conduct walkthroughs and observations
• Participate in audit planning activities such as drafting project timelines and document request lists
• Execute testing of clients’ internal controls 
• Assisting with internal projects, i.e. process improvement
• Assisting with engagement that include multiple audit standards and/or frameworks like HIPAA and HITRUST

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate Degree (required): preferably in Accounting, Management of Information Systems, Computer Security, or related concentration – minimum 3.3 GPA 
• Graduate Degree (desired): preferably in Accounting, Management of Information Systems, Computer Security, Audit, or related concentration
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to produce excellent testing and audit documentation
• Ability and interest in continual learning and development
• Commitment to exceptional client service and creative problem-solving ability with a consultancy mindset
• Flexible, self-starter with the ability to interact with various levels of client and firm management
• Ability to manage personal schedule to coordinate multiple projects, tasks and deadlines Why work for Aprio: Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.     Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members: - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment - Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account 401k with Profit Sharing 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales Top rated wellness program Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options     : Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.  Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience.  We call it the Aprio Way.  This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.  Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture. : Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally. : Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement. : You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.     Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.   Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.