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IT Audit Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in information systems, accounting, or a related field. Large financial institutions, Big Four firms, and technology companies file H-1B petitions for this role regularly. The annual cap is 85,000 visas, with the lottery running each spring.
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Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
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Job Description
Responsibilities
Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing consulting and accounting firms in the country?
Would you like the ability to join a highly dynamic team focused on providing exceptional client service in the area of informational technology risk advisory?
If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly (BT) as an IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Senior Consultant (SOC Focus)! Our Risk Advisory practice provides a full spectrum of services to help our clients assess their risks, develop strategies to compete in an ever-changing business environment, and achieve their goals and objectives. All of this is accomplished through deep industry knowledge of risk, governance, internal audit, compliance, IT, and cybersecurity best practices.
As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT has the ability to offer you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.
You will enjoy this role if:
- You want to continue to expand your work experiences and hone your skills as an IT risk professional in the areas of compliance, cybersecurity, and internal controls
- You crave the opportunity to be part of a fast growing, entrepreneurial risk consulting practice where your hard work and creativity will be rewarded
- You do your best work when you are part of a talented, down-to-earth team that thrives in collaboration and truly enjoys working together
- You feel valued when you are provided the resources and support to continually sharpen your technical skills and build your career now, for tomorrow
What you will do:
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Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand their businesses and assist in identifying and managing financial and operational risks within their business systems to ensure technology risks are managed:
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Develop in-depth knowledge of clients’ businesses and industries by having direct client interaction while working on multiple aspects of an engagement
- Think independently and strategically about your clients’ business, systems and risks providing recommendations for business and process improvements based upon knowledge gained relative to the client’s operations, processes and business objectives
- Provide strategic business assurance to clients by assisting in the implementation of new processes and controls that address key risks
- Assess, manage and optimize information technology risk across a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuity
- Review clients' processes and controls against industry frameworks, identifying gaps in design and execution, and communicating issues and recommendations to clients
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Assist in the development of audit programs and the execution of internal audits and IT control assessments in the areas of:
- IT strategy and governance
- IT operations, business continuity and disaster recovery
- Cybersecurity
- Third party risk
- ITGC and application controls
- SOC reporting
- Regulatory and compliance requirements
- Assist in drafting comprehensive executive summaries and final reports for delivery to the client, documenting and reviewing engagement work papers in accordance with industry-accepted internal audit methodologies
- Act as a valued business advisor, build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service
- Facilitate professional and effective presentations to internal and external audiences
- Continue to develop your knowledge and experience working with a variety of technology environments, platforms, applications and tools/utilities
- Demonstrate the desire to continually grow, learn and develop skills and knowledge through external and internal education, training and cross-training opportunities to maximize personal contribution to the organizational goals and ongoing career development
- Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients
- Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals
- Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in management/computer information systems, computer science, accounting information systems, computer engineering, industrial engineering, or related program
- CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, or CPA certifications preferred
- 3+ year(s) experience with IT audit or cybersecurity
- Experience as a client serving professional for a consulting firm desired
- Experience with SOC engagements preferred
- Experience with Cloud audit experience and certifications preferred
- Excellent analytical, technical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail
- Exceptional verbal and written communication, collaboration, and time management skills
The pay rate ranges for this position is $86,700 to $131,570. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.
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Verify your degree field matches
H-1B approval for IT Audit Manager roles depends on your degree being directly related to the position. A degree in information systems, accounting, or computer science typically qualifies. A general business degree without IT coursework can trigger a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
IT Audit Manager falls under SOC code 13-2011 on DOL Labor Condition Applications. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers who have filed LCAs for this specific code, so you're targeting companies with a verified history of sponsoring this exact role.
Prioritize cap-exempt employer categories
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions outside the lottery window. IT audit functions exist at these employers, and a cap-exempt filing gives you a path if you miss the annual lottery.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC 13-2011 in your target metro before accepting an offer, so you know whether the salary they're proposing meets the legal minimum for your H-1B petition.
Register during the H-1B lottery window
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for roughly two weeks. Your employer initiates this, not you. Confirm your prospective employer has an active relationship with an immigration attorney or filing service before February, so registration doesn't fall through due to administrative delays.
Document your IT and audit experience separately
IT Audit Manager is a hybrid role, and USCIS may question whether it qualifies as a specialty occupation if the job description reads as purely managerial. Get employer letters that detail the technical IT systems, audit frameworks, and cybersecurity standards the role requires, not just supervisory duties.
H-1B Visa IT Audit Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Audit Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as information systems, accounting, computer science, or management information systems. USCIS evaluates both the job description and your degree. Roles that emphasize technical IT controls, risk frameworks, or cybersecurity auditing are stronger candidates than positions described primarily in managerial terms.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for IT Audit Managers?
Financial services firms, Big Four accounting and consulting firms, large technology companies, and healthcare systems are among the most active sponsors for IT Audit Manager roles. These employers file Labor Condition Applications with the DOL before petitioning USCIS. You can find employers with verified H-1B filing history for this role on Migrate Mate, filtered by occupation and location.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my timeline for starting an IT Audit Manager job?
If your employer is a cap-subject company, your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery in March. Selection is random. If selected, your employment can begin October 1 of that fiscal year at the earliest. If you're currently on OPT or another status with a cap-gap provision, you may be able to continue working while your petition is pending after April 1.
Can my employer file for H-1B before I finish my current visa status?
Yes. Your employer can file an H-1B petition while you're on a valid F-1 OPT, L-1 visa, or other nonimmigrant status. The petition itself doesn't require you to be out of status. USCIS processes the petition independently of your current authorization, and you can request premium processing to get a decision within 15 business days.
What documentation do I need to support an H-1B petition for an IT Audit Manager position?
Your employer typically needs your academic transcripts and degree certificates, any professional certifications such as CISA or CISSP, employment verification letters detailing your prior IT audit responsibilities, and a detailed job description tying the role to your degree field. USCIS may also request an O*NET occupation profile to confirm the specialty occupation standard is met for this title.