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Digital Risk Consultant jobs are open across financial services, healthcare, technology, and professional services at every level from analyst to senior manager and principal, with specializations in cybersecurity risk, operational risk, and third-party risk management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in digital risk consultant jobs.
- Three or more years of experience in digital risk, cybersecurity risk, or IT audit
- Hands-on knowledge of risk frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or COBIT
- Professional certification such as CRISC, CISA, CISSP, or CISM
- Experience conducting risk assessments, control testing, or third-party vendor reviews
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, cybersecurity, finance, or a related field
- Ability to communicate risk findings and remediation recommendations to executive stakeholders
Tips for Your Digital Risk Consultant Job Search
Tailor your resume to risk frameworks
Hiring managers scan for NIST, ISO 27001, or COSO mentions within the first few lines. Name the specific frameworks you've applied and the business contexts where you applied them, not just the certifications you hold.
Lead with quantified risk outcomes
Generic phrases like 'reduced risk exposure' get skipped. Reframe every bullet around a measurable result: a reduced audit finding count, a faster remediation cycle, or a third-party vendor tier you reclassified and why.
Filter openings by the risk domain you want
Digital risk roles split across cyber risk, operational risk, and regulatory compliance. Applying to all three dilutes your pitch. Pick the domain that matches your strongest credentials and target those postings first.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists digital risk consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a case-based interview
Many hiring panels walk you through a live scenario: a vendor with a critical vulnerability, an overdue control gap, or a new regulation with a tight deadline. Practice structuring your response around risk identification, impact assessment, and recommended controls before you get on the call.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Digital risk consultants often have more leverage on role scope than on base salary. In final-round conversations, ask which risk domains fall under your remit, what authority you have to escalate findings, and whether the role owns a client portfolio or supports one.
Digital Risk Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How many digital risk consultant jobs are remote?
About 100% of digital risk consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the analytical and advisory nature of much of the work. Third-party risk and cybersecurity risk advisory roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles requiring on-site client workshops or regulatory examination support are more likely to require in-person presence.
How do you become a digital risk consultant?
Start with a foundation in information systems, finance, or cybersecurity, then build hands-on experience through internal audit, IT risk, or compliance roles. Earning a certification like CRISC or CISA signals readiness for client-facing work. From there, moving into a consulting firm or a risk advisory team gives you the client exposure and framework depth that senior roles require.
Can you get hired as a digital risk consultant with limited experience?
Yes, entry-level digital risk analyst roles exist specifically for candidates with strong academic backgrounds in cybersecurity or information systems and limited work history. Demonstrating fluency with a risk framework like NIST CSF, completing a relevant certification such as CompTIA Security+, and showing project-based work in risk assessments or control documentation will strengthen an early-career application considerably.
What does the digital risk consultant interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. The first is a recruiter screen covering background and availability. A technical interview follows, often including a scenario where you walk through how you would assess a specific risk or respond to a control failure. Final rounds typically involve a panel with senior risk or practice leaders who assess communication style, client-readiness, and judgment under ambiguity.
Where can I find and apply to digital risk consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to digital risk consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and risk domain, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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