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Job description
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
The opportunity
EY’s Digital Risk practice is supporting leading Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) companies as they scale cloud-native, AI-enabled, and platform-based operating models. Based in Seattle, this role provides the opportunity to work with high-growth and global technology organizations operating on microservices architectures and AI-driven engineering environments.
We are seeking a Senior Consultant to support risk, compliance, and control activities across modern, highly automated technology ecosystems. This role requires a strong foundation in SOX, cloud environments, and software development practices, including exposure to AI-assisted development and product development lifecycles (PDLC/SDLC).
You will work with engagement teams and client stakeholders to support the design, assessment, and implementation of scalable, audit-ready risk and compliance frameworks within complex technology environments.
Your key responsibilities
As a Senior Consultant in our Digital Risk practice, you will contribute to the delivery of Digital Risk engagements, executing key activities across workstreams and supporting overall engagement objectives in cloud-native environments. You will work closely with Managers and Senior Managers, as well as client stakeholders, to deliver risk and control solutions within modern technology ecosystems.
In this role, you will:
- Execute activities across cloud platforms, microservices architectures, and AI-enabled development environments, including risk assessments, control design, and testing
- Support engagement teams by working with client stakeholders (e.g., IT, engineering, and business teams) to deliver clear, accurate, and actionable outputs
- Perform analysis and documentation of IT controls, processes, and system environments, ensuring completeness and quality of deliverables
- Contribute to the design and evaluation of controls across DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, SDLC/PDLC processes, and distributed platforms, including APIs, microservices, and data environments
- Support identification and assessment of risks within AI-enabled development environments and automated engineering workflows
- Manage individual tasks and deliverables, maintaining accountability for deadlines, quality, and attention to detail
Skills and attributes for success
- Demonstrate foundational understanding of cloud-native architectures, distributed systems, and modern engineering practices, and apply that knowledge to support control assessments and risk analysis.
- Exhibit an AI-aware mindset, recognizing risks associated with AI-assisted development and automation within engineering workflows. Demonstrate developing architecture fluency, with the ability to interpret system components, data flows, and dependencies.
- Build credibility with engineering, DevOps, and data teams, collaborating effectively within technical environments. Apply knowledge of TMT sector operating models to understand evolving risk considerations.
- Communicate clearly and effectively, translating technical concepts into structured and understandable outputs for engagement teams and client stakeholders.
- Operate with strong attention to detail, organization, and accountability, managing multiple priorities while contributing to high-quality deliverables.
To qualify for the role you must have:
- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, accounting, computer science, engineering, or a related field
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in IT risk, Digital Risk, or technology consulting, with exposure to TMT sector clients or technology environments
- Hands-on experience or exposure to:
- Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS or similar environments)
- Microservices and distributed architectures
- DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
- Software development lifecycles (SDLC/PDLC)
- Experience supporting:
- IT general controls (ITGCs) and automated control environments
- Risk assessments, control testing, and documentation activities
- Engagements involving cloud-based or distributed technology systems
- Basic understanding of how control frameworks (e.g., SOX, internal controls) apply within modern technology environments
- Exposure to data platforms and AI-enabled development environments is a plus
- Willingness to travel at least 50%, including client-site travel. Flexibility to work extended hours as needed
Ideally, you’ll also have:
Relevant certifications (or progress toward) such as CISA, CPA, or cloud certifications (e.g., AWS)
What we look for
We’re looking for individuals who are interested in building their experience at the intersection of risk, engineering, and technology, and who are motivated to develop technical capabilities within modern, evolving environments.
The right candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and able to work through complex problems while collaborating effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.
A proactive mindset, willingness to learn, and ability to deliver high-quality, consistent outputs in fast-paced environments will be key to success.
What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.
- The salary range for this job is:
- New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $125,800 to $209,700
- Bay Area California offices – $131,100 to $218,500
- All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $104,800 to $192,200
- Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
- To make the most of your application experience, please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period.
- EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.
- For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
- At EY, our values set the foundation for how we work and the behaviors we expect of our people. Any misrepresentation or falsification of information or lack of integrity at any point in the recruiting process may result in withdrawal of your candidacy, revocation of an offer or immediate termination of employment.
EY | Building a better working world
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
All in to shape the future with confidence.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
Job description
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
The opportunity
EY’s Digital Risk practice is supporting leading Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) companies as they scale cloud-native, AI-enabled, and platform-based operating models. Based in Seattle, this role provides the opportunity to work with high-growth and global technology organizations operating on microservices architectures and AI-driven engineering environments.
We are seeking a Senior Consultant to support risk, compliance, and control activities across modern, highly automated technology ecosystems. This role requires a strong foundation in SOX, cloud environments, and software development practices, including exposure to AI-assisted development and product development lifecycles (PDLC/SDLC).
You will work with engagement teams and client stakeholders to support the design, assessment, and implementation of scalable, audit-ready risk and compliance frameworks within complex technology environments.
Your key responsibilities
As a Senior Consultant in our Digital Risk practice, you will contribute to the delivery of Digital Risk engagements, executing key activities across workstreams and supporting overall engagement objectives in cloud-native environments. You will work closely with Managers and Senior Managers, as well as client stakeholders, to deliver risk and control solutions within modern technology ecosystems.
In this role, you will:
- Execute activities across cloud platforms, microservices architectures, and AI-enabled development environments, including risk assessments, control design, and testing
- Support engagement teams by working with client stakeholders (e.g., IT, engineering, and business teams) to deliver clear, accurate, and actionable outputs
- Perform analysis and documentation of IT controls, processes, and system environments, ensuring completeness and quality of deliverables
- Contribute to the design and evaluation of controls across DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, SDLC/PDLC processes, and distributed platforms, including APIs, microservices, and data environments
- Support identification and assessment of risks within AI-enabled development environments and automated engineering workflows
- Manage individual tasks and deliverables, maintaining accountability for deadlines, quality, and attention to detail
Skills and attributes for success
- Demonstrate foundational understanding of cloud-native architectures, distributed systems, and modern engineering practices, and apply that knowledge to support control assessments and risk analysis.
- Exhibit an AI-aware mindset, recognizing risks associated with AI-assisted development and automation within engineering workflows. Demonstrate developing architecture fluency, with the ability to interpret system components, data flows, and dependencies.
- Build credibility with engineering, DevOps, and data teams, collaborating effectively within technical environments. Apply knowledge of TMT sector operating models to understand evolving risk considerations.
- Communicate clearly and effectively, translating technical concepts into structured and understandable outputs for engagement teams and client stakeholders.
- Operate with strong attention to detail, organization, and accountability, managing multiple priorities while contributing to high-quality deliverables.
To qualify for the role you must have:
- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, accounting, computer science, engineering, or a related field
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in IT risk, Digital Risk, or technology consulting, with exposure to TMT sector clients or technology environments
- Hands-on experience or exposure to:
- Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS or similar environments)
- Microservices and distributed architectures
- DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
- Software development lifecycles (SDLC/PDLC)
- Experience supporting:
- IT general controls (ITGCs) and automated control environments
- Risk assessments, control testing, and documentation activities
- Engagements involving cloud-based or distributed technology systems
- Basic understanding of how control frameworks (e.g., SOX, internal controls) apply within modern technology environments
- Exposure to data platforms and AI-enabled development environments is a plus
- Willingness to travel at least 50%, including client-site travel. Flexibility to work extended hours as needed
Ideally, you’ll also have:
Relevant certifications (or progress toward) such as CISA, CPA, or cloud certifications (e.g., AWS)
What we look for
We’re looking for individuals who are interested in building their experience at the intersection of risk, engineering, and technology, and who are motivated to develop technical capabilities within modern, evolving environments.
The right candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and able to work through complex problems while collaborating effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.
A proactive mindset, willingness to learn, and ability to deliver high-quality, consistent outputs in fast-paced environments will be key to success.
What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.
- The salary range for this job is:
- New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $125,800 to $209,700
- Bay Area California offices – $131,100 to $218,500
- All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $104,800 to $192,200
- Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
- To make the most of your application experience, please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period.
- EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.
- For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
- At EY, our values set the foundation for how we work and the behaviors we expect of our people. Any misrepresentation or falsification of information or lack of integrity at any point in the recruiting process may result in withdrawal of your candidacy, revocation of an offer or immediate termination of employment.
EY | Building a better working world
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
All in to shape the future with confidence.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
Cloud Security Consultant Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- EY12
- Huron Consulting11
- Deloitte9
- Ahead2
- Attain Partners2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Accounting & Auditing
- Investment & Asset Management
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cloud security consultant jobs.
- Hands-on experience securing cloud environments in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
- Proficiency with identity and access management, network segmentation, and encryption in cloud architectures
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP, SOC 2, ISO 27001, or HIPAA
- Professional certification such as CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, or CISSP preferred or required
- Experience conducting cloud security assessments, risk analysis, and remediation planning
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Cloud Security Consultant Job Search
Tailor your resume to cloud platforms
Generic security resumes get passed over. Call out the specific platforms you've hardened, whether AWS, Azure, or GCP, and pair each one with a concrete outcome, like a reduced attack surface or a passed audit, so hiring managers see hands-on depth immediately.
Lead with your certifications upfront
Certifications like CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, and CISSP are frequently listed as hard filters in cloud security consultant job postings. Put them in your resume header, not buried in a footnote, so ATS systems and recruiters surface your profile during the first pass.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cloud security consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by compliance framework
Many cloud security consultant roles are built around a specific compliance need, such as FedRAMP, HIPAA, or SOC 2. Searching by framework name alongside the job title pulls up postings where your specialized experience is a direct match, not just a nice-to-have.
Prepare a threat-modeling walkthrough
Interviewers for cloud security consultant roles routinely ask candidates to walk through how they would assess a cloud environment for risk. Practice narrating a real engagement from scoping to remediation recommendations so your answer demonstrates process, not just vocabulary.
Negotiate scope before discussing rate
Cloud security consultant roles vary widely in what they actually cover, from pure advisory work to hands-on implementation. Clarify the engagement scope, travel expectations, and deliverable ownership before entering rate negotiations so you're pricing the actual work.
Cloud Security Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cloud security consultants?
The most active employers for cloud security consultants right now are EY, Huron Consulting, and Deloitte, and the most openings are in Illinois, Virginia, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated at large consulting firms, managed security service providers, and regulated-industry enterprises with ongoing cloud migration programs.
How many cloud security consultant jobs are remote?
About 81% of cloud security consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the nature of advisory and assessment work that can largely be done without an on-site presence. Roles focused on pure architecture review and compliance documentation tend to be the most remote-friendly, while engagements requiring hands-on infrastructure access or government facility work are more likely to require on-site days.
How do you become a cloud security consultant?
Start by building foundational knowledge in cloud platforms and cybersecurity principles, then earn a recognized certification such as CCSP or a platform-specific security credential. Gain experience through roles in cloud engineering, security operations, or IT audit. Build a portfolio of assessments or remediation projects you can describe concretely in interviews. Consulting roles reward candidates who can translate technical findings into business risk language for non-technical stakeholders.
Can you get a cloud security consultant job with little experience?
Entry points exist, but they usually require demonstrating technical depth through certifications and self-directed projects rather than years of job titles. Earning an AWS Security Specialty or CompTIA Security+ certification, completing a cloud security lab environment on your own, and contributing to open-source security tooling all signal readiness to employers. Junior consultant and associate-level postings are the most accessible starting points for candidates transitioning from adjacent roles in cloud engineering or IT compliance.
What does the cloud security consultant interview process look like?
Most cloud security consultant interview processes move through a recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering platform security concepts and past engagements, and one or two rounds of in-depth interviews that often include a scenario exercise or case study. Candidates are frequently asked to walk through how they would assess a cloud environment, respond to a simulated incident, or present findings to a client. Final rounds at consulting firms sometimes include a panel with both technical leads and delivery managers.
Where can I find and apply to cloud security consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to cloud security consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search by location, experience level, or area of specialization to find roles that fit your background, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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