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Lead Consultant, IT Risk & Compliance
Job Location:
Job Location:
Charlotte, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
31 August 2026 (15 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
28 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
General information
Name
Lead Consultant IT Risk & Compliance
Posting Title
Lead Consultant IT Risk & Compliance - Financial Sector
Ref #
Date Published
Tuesday August 26 2025
City
Charlotte
State
North Carolina
Country
United States
Job Category
Risk Advisory
Advertised Location
US-FL-Boca Raton US-FL-Miami US-FL-Orlando US-FL-Tampa Bay US-GA-Atlanta US-MO-Springfield US-NC-Charlotte US-NC-Charlotte US-NC-Raleigh US-PA-Pittsburgh US-TN-Nashville US-TX-Austin US-TX-Dallas US-TX-Houston US-VA-Tysons
Working time
Full Time
Description & Requirements
The IT Risk & Compliance team assists organizations from various industries in managing IT governance cybersecurity and regulatory compliance. With expertise in numerous cybersecurity frameworks and regulations we offer services such as IT audits risk and maturity assessments data protection and control testing. Our customized strategies ensure data security regulatory compliance and operational continuity empowering clients to navigate todays complex digital risk landscape with confidence.
What You Will Do:
- Lead and manage multiple concurrent client engagements overseeing the entire project lifecycle from scoping and planning to execution and final reporting. Ensure alignment with client objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Serve as a technical lead on complex IT and business process audits guiding methodologies conducting risk assessments and developing control frameworks to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality work.
- Evaluate IT environments and key controls by designing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies that ensure compliance mitigate risk and align with Financial Sector regulatory standards.
- Maintain expertise in IT audits SOX compliance cybersecurity privacy consulting Financial Sector Regulations and process improvement initiatives.
- Conduct technology audit activities to assess the effectiveness of controls the accuracy of financial records the efficiency of operations and compliance with government regulations.
- Drive excellence in client service by fostering strong relationships proactively identifying opportunities for value-added insights and ensuring client satisfaction.
- Cultivate long-term client relationships through strategic communication and a deep understanding of client business needs.
- Champion the development of junior team members by providing coaching training and performance feedback contributing to a culture of continuous learning.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Information Systems Computer Science or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant IT audit experience in public accounting the financial sector or a professional services firm.
- Experience in financial services including banking capital markets wealth management or global asset management.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters Degree preferred
- One or more of the following current and valid professional business credential(s) including but not limited to the following: CISA CISSP CISM CBCP or CIA
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, Forvis Mazars is dedicated to providing an Unmatched Client Experience® through the delivery of assurance, tax, and consulting services in all 50 states and internationally. Visit forvismazars.us to learn more.
