Cyber Compliance Associate - Summer 2027

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. We are currently looking for C onsultants for our   Cyber Risk and Data Protection   practice.   The candidate will work with teams of security and privacy staff in a wide variety of systems   environments.  Our   Cyber Risk   Consulting   team serves the Information Security and Data Privacy related   needs of our clients. This team   helps organizations   identify   their cyber risk, and design and implement   program   to address those risks and improve their cyber security posture .    We serve a diverse base of clients in a variety of   industries, and   understanding how technology   impacts   the operation and growth of organizations is what we do best.   As a   Consulting Associate, you will jump   start   your career through a comprehensive training and development program where you will be exposed to all our Consulting Solution Practices. This training will include:    Consulting process,   tools   and methods   Client engagement economics   Presentation and business writing skills   Primary R esponsibilities :   Conduct assessments   identify   risks within an   organization ’ s   cyber security governance compliance programs   Determine   technical, business impact and likelihood of identified security issues and   provide   remediation guidance to clients   Work with a variety of cyber security and privacy frameworks such as ISO, NIST ,   CIS .     Measure and report clients’ compliance with established industry or   National/International   government requirements   such as PCI DSS, CMMC, FEDRAMP, GDPR, CCPA, etc.   Contribute to the development of security governance and compliance programs for our clients    Support the development and implementation of tools   such as   eGRC ,   used to help manage security programs across a variety of organizations   Develop metrics and reporting for security programs   Support presentations to executive management and Boards of Directors    Develop target operating models for cyber security programs including budgets, resource levels, reporting structure, etc.    Collaborate with   RSM   consulting professionals   across risk and technology consulting   with a variety of credentials including Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professionals® (CISSP®); Certified Information Systems Auditor® (CISA®) and Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM®)   Basic Qualifications :   Minimum   B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university by the time employment   commences   with a major in   Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems Management, Information   Security   or other similar degrees   Technical background in computer science and related fields   Working knowledge of business process flows   The ability to interpret and convey technical information through written and oral communications to all levels of technical aptitude, including senior management   High degree of integrity and confidentiality, as well as ability to adhere to company policies and best practices   Possess a strong internal drive and motivation for continuous improvement   A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred   Preferred Qualifications :   Familiarity in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, OneNote, etc. is desired    Practical hands-on or lab experience with IT infrastructure components such as servers, firewalls, IDS systems and other network infrastructure components   Practical hands-on or lab   experience with   security   tools , such as a Nessus, Kali Linux, etc . , or other commercial and public domain security tools   Operating system configuration and security experience (HP-UX, Linux, Solaris, AIX, etc.)   Basic understanding of secure network architecture design    At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits . 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 re