Schellman is a leading provider of attestation and compliance services. Our professional services focus on security and privacy audits, assessments, and certifications. Schellman has become one of the largest cybersecurity assessment firms in the United States without providing any traditional accounting services, such as financial statement audits or tax preparation services, as other CPA firms. We are an accredited multi-framework ISO Certification Body for security, privacy, business continuity, and quality; a globally licensed PCI Qualified Security Assessor and a top provider to clients serving the federal DoD space as a leading FedRAMP 3PAO and the first assessment firm authorized as a CMMC C3PAO.
Job Description
Senior associates are primarily responsible for hands-on project execution. Experienced senior associates have, or are working towards, specialization in one or more service lines and are assigned to projects accordingly.
Senior associates are assigned to a specific service delivery principal that is responsible for supervising the associate’s career development. Additionally, senior associate’s daily activities are closely supervised by the management teams of their assigned projects.
Senior associates may supervise associates and/or senior associates when serving as a member of a project management team.
Essential Functions
Complying with Schellman’s code of ethics and professional conduct, methodologies, policies, and procedures
Adhering to the professional and regulatory standards relevant to assigned service line specialization(s)
Promoting Schellman’s company culture and exemplifying Schellman's values
Establishing high quality relationships and rapport with client personnel
Managing client expectations to ensure expectations are exceeded
Completing assigned duties in a timely manner and with a high attention to detail
Collaborating with fellow project team members in a productive and timely manner throughout the life cycle of each project
Adhering to project schedules and keeping fellow project team members apprised of the progress of assigned tasks
Escalating issues internally in a proper and timely manner
Using discretion and decorum in the timing, form, and content of all client communications
Booking travel reservations in a timely manner and in accordance with Schellman's travel and expense policies and procedures
Performing the essential functions of other service delivery positions when qualified and called upon to do so
Attending project kick-off and closing meetings
Executing assigned testing procedures, performing detailed analysis, reaching conclusions, documenting results in accordance with company standards, and suggesting ideas for improvements, where applicable
Drafting project deliverables
Serving as a contact for clients' basic questions regarding an engagement
Participating in recruiting and candidate interview activities
Training project team members
Acclimating newer team members to Schellman
Contributing to Schellman's practice development efforts
Developing an expert knowledge of professional and regulatory standards relevant to assigned service line specialization(s)
Contributing to Schellman's thought leadership (e.g., articles, webinars, public speaking, etc.)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of Schellman’s services, methodology, and relevant professional standards
Requisite knowledge of applicable technology and security domains
High level of attention to detail and quality of work product
Client service oriented
Excellent time management, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work on-site or remotely as a valuable contributor to a collaborative team
Capable of simultaneously managing assigned tasks for multiple projects
Proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Schellman’s service delivery applications
Full understanding and application of ethics, independence and Schellman’s values
Education, Work Experience and Certifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business management, technology, or other relevant subject area, or equivalent years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Has completed at least one year of service at Schellman or relevant professional services experience in financial auditing, operational auditing, information systems auditing, internal auditing, information security management or consulting and/or risk consulting
Maintains at least one certification relevant to Schellman's services (i.e., CPA, CISA, CISSP, AQSA, QSA, OSCP, etc.)
Factors for Promotion Consideration
Respected by peers and superiors as evidenced by appraisals
Has consistently gone above and beyond assigned position responsibilities for the betterment of Schellman
Completed at least two years of service at Schellman or ten years of relevant professional services experience in financial auditing, operational auditing, information systems auditing, internal auditing, information security management or consulting and/or risk consulting, including years of service at Schellman
Consistently exceeds expectations when performing the essential functions of the team member's current position
Demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the team member's current position
Has obtained the requisite certifications and training specific to selected service line specialization(s)
Maintains the CISSP certification and the CISA or CCKK. If SOC service line maintains the Advanced SOC Certificate. Can hold other certifications relevant to Schellman's services
Schellman is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace; therefore, providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. Schellman uses E-Verify in our hiring process.
At Schellman, we strive to provide a flexible and balanced environment and therefore offer the opportunity to work remotely, unless otherwise stated in the job requirements. Connecting, collaborating and continuous education are also highly valued and therefore we require approximately 20% travel annually for our Operations roles, which can include in-person training, team meet-ups, and strategy meetings. Service Delivery team members will also be required to travel based on business and client needs.