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Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.
Join Aprio's Risk Advisory and Assurance team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Manager, Compliance as a Service to join their dynamic team.
Aprio’s Risk Advisory and Assurance Team serves leading technology service providers, from disruptive start-ups to global market leaders. Our services include consulting, advisory, audits and examinations for other leading security and IT compliance standards and protocols such as: SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, HITRUST, CMMC, FedRAMP, NIST CSF, GDPR, PCI DSS and others.
We are seeking a skilled security compliance professional to join our team and deliver managed security compliance services to our clients.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and deliver multiple moderate-complexity security compliance engagements, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and timely execution.
- Oversee and delegate lower-complexity engagements to junior team members, providing guidance and quality assurance.
- Serve as a primary client relationship manager, advising on security compliance strategy, audit readiness, and risk management.
- Execute and manage compliance assessments, gap analyses, remediation planning, and evidence collection across frameworks such as PCI DSS, SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 42001, HITRUST, CMMC, FedRAMP, NIST CSF, and GDPR.
- Own and contribute to revenue delivery, including direct responsibility for ~$300K and oversight of $500K+ in team-managed project work.
- Mentor and develop junior team members (Associates and Senior Associates), promoting professional growth and consistent service delivery standards.
- Design and implement scalable security compliance programs aligned to clients’ current and future business needs.
- Manage projects end-to-end, including scoping, resourcing, execution, and delivery; proactively coordinate across all levels of the organization.
- Draft and manage engagement documentation, including Engagement Letters, Statements of Work (SOWs), and proposals; oversee invoicing, WIP, realization, margins, and overall project financials.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with audit, advisory, and offensive security teams to deliver integrated client solutions.
- Enhance and standardize service delivery through development of processes, templates, and methodologies to improve efficiency and scalability.
- Support business development efforts, including proposal development, engagement scoping, and identifying expansion opportunities within existing accounts.
- Stay current on regulatory changes and industry trends to proactively guide clients on emerging compliance requirements and best practices.
- Contribute to internal initiatives such as training development, onboarding materials, and thought leadership to support team growth and market presence.
Leverage AI and LLMs to enhance service delivery while applying critical judgment to validate outputs.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in information security, IT compliance, or a related cybersecurity role, with significant experience in professional services, consulting, or managed services environment.
- Demonstrated experience delivering compliance programs across multiple frameworks and client engagements simultaneously.
- CISSP and CISA certifications required
- Proven ability to mentor and develop junior team members in a client-facing professional services setting.
- Understanding of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and securing hybrid/multi-cloud environments, including how different technologies work and fit together, and their implications to security compliance.
- Ability to speak with DevOps and Engineering teams intelligently and independently expand your knowledge through self-directed research.
- Familiarity with security technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, network security controls, encryption), how to apply them, and the ability to recommend solutions that most efficiently address client needs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex compliance and security topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Target utilization rate of 80%.
BONUS:
- Additional certifications such as CISM, PCI QSA, or CMMC CCA/CCP.
- Cloud Service Provider-related certifications are highly valued.
- Candidates should consider what certifications allow the firm to sell more business and what certifications teach you something that adds value to client projects.
- Experience with information security-related audit processes such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, PCI DSS, HITRUST, etc.
The salary range for this opportunity is stated above. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain circumstances, may wind up being outside of the listed salary range. The application window is anticipated to close on June 24, 2026 and may be extended as needed.
WHY WORK FOR APRIO:
Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
PERKS/BENEFITS WE OFFER FOR FULL-TIME TEAM MEMBERS:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
INTRODUCTION
Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.
Join Aprio's Risk Advisory and Assurance team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Manager, Compliance as a Service to join their dynamic team.
Aprio’s Risk Advisory and Assurance Team serves leading technology service providers, from disruptive start-ups to global market leaders. Our services include consulting, advisory, audits and examinations for other leading security and IT compliance standards and protocols such as: SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, HITRUST, CMMC, FedRAMP, NIST CSF, GDPR, PCI DSS and others.
We are seeking a skilled security compliance professional to join our team and deliver managed security compliance services to our clients.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and deliver multiple moderate-complexity security compliance engagements, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and timely execution.
- Oversee and delegate lower-complexity engagements to junior team members, providing guidance and quality assurance.
- Serve as a primary client relationship manager, advising on security compliance strategy, audit readiness, and risk management.
- Execute and manage compliance assessments, gap analyses, remediation planning, and evidence collection across frameworks such as PCI DSS, SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 42001, HITRUST, CMMC, FedRAMP, NIST CSF, and GDPR.
- Own and contribute to revenue delivery, including direct responsibility for ~$300K and oversight of $500K+ in team-managed project work.
- Mentor and develop junior team members (Associates and Senior Associates), promoting professional growth and consistent service delivery standards.
- Design and implement scalable security compliance programs aligned to clients’ current and future business needs.
- Manage projects end-to-end, including scoping, resourcing, execution, and delivery; proactively coordinate across all levels of the organization.
- Draft and manage engagement documentation, including Engagement Letters, Statements of Work (SOWs), and proposals; oversee invoicing, WIP, realization, margins, and overall project financials.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with audit, advisory, and offensive security teams to deliver integrated client solutions.
- Enhance and standardize service delivery through development of processes, templates, and methodologies to improve efficiency and scalability.
- Support business development efforts, including proposal development, engagement scoping, and identifying expansion opportunities within existing accounts.
- Stay current on regulatory changes and industry trends to proactively guide clients on emerging compliance requirements and best practices.
- Contribute to internal initiatives such as training development, onboarding materials, and thought leadership to support team growth and market presence.
Leverage AI and LLMs to enhance service delivery while applying critical judgment to validate outputs.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in information security, IT compliance, or a related cybersecurity role, with significant experience in professional services, consulting, or managed services environment.
- Demonstrated experience delivering compliance programs across multiple frameworks and client engagements simultaneously.
- CISSP and CISA certifications required
- Proven ability to mentor and develop junior team members in a client-facing professional services setting.
- Understanding of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and securing hybrid/multi-cloud environments, including how different technologies work and fit together, and their implications to security compliance.
- Ability to speak with DevOps and Engineering teams intelligently and independently expand your knowledge through self-directed research.
- Familiarity with security technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, network security controls, encryption), how to apply them, and the ability to recommend solutions that most efficiently address client needs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex compliance and security topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Target utilization rate of 80%.
BONUS:
- Additional certifications such as CISM, PCI QSA, or CMMC CCA/CCP.
- Cloud Service Provider-related certifications are highly valued.
- Candidates should consider what certifications allow the firm to sell more business and what certifications teach you something that adds value to client projects.
- Experience with information security-related audit processes such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, PCI DSS, HITRUST, etc.
The salary range for this opportunity is stated above. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain circumstances, may wind up being outside of the listed salary range. The application window is anticipated to close on June 24, 2026 and may be extended as needed.
WHY WORK FOR APRIO:
Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
PERKS/BENEFITS WE OFFER FOR FULL-TIME TEAM MEMBERS:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Frame your credentials around client-facing delivery
Aprio values program managers who can demonstrate cross-functional coordination on client engagements, not just internal project work. Tailor your resume to highlight accounting or advisory industry experience, showing you've managed timelines and stakeholders in a professional services context.
Distinguish EB-2 and EB-3 before your offer stage
Aprio sponsors both EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card categories for this role. EB-2 requires an advanced degree or exceptional ability, while EB-3 covers professionals with a standard bachelor's. Clarifying which category fits your credentials early helps you negotiate sponsorship terms with the recruiter before an offer is made.
Ask about the PERM timeline during interviews
Green Card sponsorship through PERM requires DOL labor market testing before USCIS can adjudicate your petition. At a firm like Aprio, that process can take a year or more to initiate after your start date, so understanding when sponsorship typically begins is a practical question to raise directly.
Target open roles across Aprio's service lines
Aprio runs project and program management needs across audit, tax, and advisory practices. Roles posted under different departments may share the same sponsorship eligibility. Use Migrate Mate to filter Project Program Manager openings at Aprio by visa type and identify which positions are actively hiring sponsored candidates.
Verify your degree field maps to the role's specialty occupation standard
USCIS evaluates whether a Project Program Manager role at an accounting firm qualifies as a specialty occupation. A degree in business administration, information systems, or accounting strengthens that case significantly more than an unrelated field, even with equivalent years of experience.
Prepare a portfolio of process improvement outcomes
Aprio's program management hires are expected to drive efficiency across client engagements. Before your interview, document specific outcomes where you reduced delivery time, improved reporting accuracy, or managed scope changes on professional services projects. Concrete results sharpen your competitiveness against domestic candidates.
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Find Project Program Manager at Aprio JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Aprio sponsor H-1B visas for Project Program Managers?
Aprio's documented sponsorship activity for Project Program Manager roles is focused on permanent residency pathways rather than H-1B nonimmigrant status. If you're currently on an H-1B and exploring a transfer, you can ask the recruiter directly whether Aprio can assume H-1B sponsorship as part of your offer, but their primary sponsorship track record for this role sits on the Green Card side.
Which visa types are commonly used for Project Program Manager roles at Aprio?
Aprio sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa categories for Project Program Manager positions. EB-2 applies to candidates with an advanced degree or demonstrated exceptional ability in their field. EB-3 covers professionals holding a bachelor's degree. Both pathways require PERM labor certification through the Department of Labor before USCIS adjudicates the immigrant petition.
How do I apply for Project Program Manager jobs at Aprio?
You can browse and apply for Project Program Manager openings at Aprio directly through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa sponsorship type so you can confirm sponsorship eligibility before applying. Aprio posts across multiple service lines, so searching by role title will surface positions in audit, tax, and advisory that may all carry the same sponsorship eligibility.
What qualifications does Aprio expect for Project Program Manager roles?
Aprio typically looks for a bachelor's degree in business, accounting, information systems, or a related field, combined with demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects in a professional services environment. Familiarity with accounting or advisory delivery cycles, client-facing communication skills, and proficiency with project management methodologies like PMP or Agile frameworks are strong differentiators.
How do I understand the timeline for Green Card sponsorship at Aprio?
Green Card sponsorship through Aprio follows a PERM labor certification process, which the Department of Labor oversees before USCIS reviews your immigrant petition. From your start date, initiation of the process typically happens after an internal eligibility review period. Filing priority dates, visa bulletin backlogs for your country of birth, and DOL processing times all affect the total timeline, which can range from two to several years.
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