Cybersecurity & Penetration Testing Associate

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work ( , Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. At Cherry Bekaert we create shared success through teamwork, energy, and expertise. We approach today's toughest business challenges with a client-first mindset, working together to create exceptional value. We are all committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, our community, and our professions. To meet this commitment, Cherry Bekaert will provide you with the space to pursue growth and development opportunities that will guide and support you at each stage of your personal and professional journey.

In support of our growing Information Assurance & Cybersecurity Solutions ( practice, we have an excellent opportunity for an Associate to join our high performing team in the West Warwick, RI office which will offer hybrid flexibility. Our ideal candidate will have a demonstrated interest in leveraging and building on their consulting skills within an array of Governance Risk & Compliance engagements as well as cyber technical engagements. If you are seeking an environment of learning, development and growth, let's have a conversation!

As a Cybersecurity & Penetration Testing Associate, you will:

Support the performance of technology, cybersecurity, privacy and general control audit/ advisory engagements as well as technical cybersecurity assessments. Under supervision of Managers and/or Partners, you will help identify cybersecurity control weaknesses, design gaps, vulnerabilities, audit exceptions and inefficiencies with appropriate recommendations to management. Your tasks may also include designing, configuring, deploying, and maintaining penetration testing infrastructure and security tools, while assisting with the execution of technical assessments and troubleshooting issues in real time.

• Support strong work papers conforming to the firm's methodology/standards and participation in report drafting

• Identify and communicate results to leadership

• Maintain a strong client focus by understanding the client's business needs while developing productive working relationships with client personnel in order to accomplish audit objectives

• Strong project management skills, ability to multi-task and attention to detail

Our team provides IT Audit, consulting, and compliance services in the areas of:

• Cybersecurity Risk and Gap Assessments

• Cybersecurity Technical Assessments

• CMMC, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-115, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53 (FISMA, FedRAMP, etc.)

• ISO 27001/27002/42001, PCI, HIPAA/HITRUST, FFIEC

• AICPA Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework

• AICPA SOC 1/2/3

• AI Risk and Adversarial testing

• Managed Detection, Response and Threat Monitoring

Cyber services in the areas such as:

• Cybersecurity Readiness Assessments

• Vulnerability Assessments

• Attack & Penetration

• Incident Response

• Cybersecurity Governance Risk & Compliance

• Adversarial AI and LLM testing

What you bring to this role:

• Bachelor's degree preferably in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science or Management Information Systems disciplines

• Willingness to pursue relevant professional designations (ex. CEH, CISA, CISSP, etc.)

• Knowledge in technology risk management and IT governance principles

• Demonstrated ability to configure and deploy security tools and testing infrastructure

• Ability to travel as needed, not expected to exceed 25%

What you can expect from us:

• Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect

• The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you

• A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development

• Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing

• Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work

• Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures

Benefits Information:

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program ( which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

Pay Range:

$76,000 - $115,300

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.??

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