Cyber Security Senior Associate
About the job
- A Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
- Three or more years of experience in an IT Audit, Cybersecurity, or IT Risk Advisory role.
- Demonstrated knowledge of compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST, FedRAMP, and CMMC.
- Familiarity with governance, risk, and compliance solutions, tools, and technologies.
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed to meet client and business needs.
- Lead client engagements implementing cybersecurity programs aligned with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other security and privacy frameworks.
- Conduct compliance readiness assessments and assist with external audits.
- Maintain day-to-day compliance, security, and privacy operations, including incident response tabletop exercises and formalizing response and notification procedures.
- Assist clients with risk assessments, business continuity planning, cloud configurations, user access reviews, and asset inventories.
- Implement and manage GRC platforms, including Drata, Vanta, and Tugboat Logic.
- Perform vendor risk reviews, including analyzing SOC 2 reports and managing security questionnaires.
- Develop and maintain security policies and standard operating procedures across key domains.
- Coordinate project activities, set priorities, and track progress against timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
- Communicate regularly with clients to manage expectations and provide project status updates.
- Deliver clear written and verbal presentations, including recommendations for operational and financial improvements to executive stakeholders.
- Stay current on emerging risks and evolving control practices.
- Build and maintain industry relationships to support long-term business development.
- Conduct day-to-day project management activities, including project plan development, reviewing staff work for quality, status updates to clients, and mentoring Associates.
- Lead the implementation of GRC and cybersecurity programs, assess the design and operating effectiveness of IT General Controls, develop and execute remediation roadmaps, direct incident response tabletop exercises, and perform IT risk assessments.
- A relevant certification such as Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Information Security Manager, Certified Information Systems Security Professional, or AWS Cloud Practitioner.
About the company
Riveron provides advisory services to businesses across many industries, including aerospace, defense, automotive, energy, healthcare, real estate, and technology. It helps clients improve performance, restructure finances, manage taxes, and plan strategic moves. Riveron works by acting like an extension of a client’s management team, delivering hands-on, project-based support and applying industry knowledge plus technical skills to solve problems and achieve goals. The company differentiates itself through its unified brand that combines Conway MacKenzie, Winter Harbor, and GBI Consulting, its entrepreneurial mindset, engaged leadership, and diverse backgrounds, all focused on delivering practical, immediate, and long-term results. Riveron's goal is to help organizations navigate growth, change, or distress and drive strategic outcomes that improve performance and value.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$5.2M
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Founded
2006
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What believers are saying
- March 3, 2026 Cuesta partnership positions Riveron for AI-native CFO work.
- June 17 and July 6 promotions show leadership depth and internal retention momentum.
- September 2026 restructuring demand stays strong in healthcare, real estate, and consumer sectors.
What critics are saying
- Riveron's PE client base faces weaker exits if M&A freezes into 2027.
- Integrating Spaulding Ridge's 50 Salesforce professionals strains execution and margins through 2027.
- Accenture, Deloitte, and boutique specialists commoditize finance transformation; Riveron risks becoming replaceable labor.
What makes Riveron unique
- Riveron bundles CFO advisory, restructuring, and AI/data services under one platform.
- Kohlberg and H.I.G. give Riveron capital, scale, and buyout credibility.
- The September 28, 2026 Spaulding Ridge Salesforce acquisition deepens implementation capacity.
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Riveron promotes Jason von Holstein to Senior Managing Director. July 6, 2026 Share: DALLAS - July 6, 2026 - Riveron, a leading business advisory firm backed by Kohlberg, today announced the promotion of Jason von Holstein to Senior Managing Director. In this role, Jason will continue to lead Riveron's Finance Transformation capability while helping shape the firm's go-to-market strategy, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and advance integrated solutions that help clients transform their finance organizations. "Jason's promotion reflects the impact he has made for our clients and the leadership he has demonstrated across the firm," said Sam Shaw, Chief Executive Officer of Riveron. "He has been instrumental in growing our Finance Transformation capability, building strong client relationships, and fostering collaboration across our teams. Jason exemplifies the leadership and client-first mindset that differentiate Riveron in the market." Since joining Riveron in 2017, Jason has played a key role in expanding the firm's Finance Transformation practice and leading complex transformation engagements across industries. He has built trusted client relationships while helping organizations modernize finance operations, improve performance, and execute strategic change. Beyond his client work, Jason has helped strengthen Riveron's culture by developing future leaders, supporting technical and leadership training, and mentoring professionals across the firm. "I am honored to step into this role and continue building on the momentum of our Finance Transformation practice," said Jason. "Riveron's collaborative culture and multidisciplinary approach enable us to help clients solve complex challenges and create lasting value. I look forward to working alongside our talented teams to continue delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients and investing in the next generation of leaders." Contact Riveron Consulting, LLC. Riveron partners with evolving enterprises to simplify complexity, enhance value, and make a lasting impact. Let's discuss how Riveron Consulting, LLC can help your organization.
Riveron promotes Jason von Holstein to Senior Managing Director. July 6, 2026 Share: DALLAS - July 6, 2026 - Riveron, a leading business advisory firm backed by Kohlberg, today announced the promotion of Jason von Holstein to Senior Managing Director. In this role, Jason will continue to lead Riveron's Finance Transformation capability while helping shape the firm's go-to-market strategy, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and advance integrated solutions that help clients transform their finance organizations. "Jason's promotion reflects the impact he has made for our clients and the leadership he has demonstrated across the firm," said Sam Shaw, Chief Executive Officer of Riveron. "He has been instrumental in growing our Finance Transformation capability, building strong client relationships, and fostering collaboration across our teams. Jason exemplifies the leadership and client-first mindset that differentiate Riveron in the market." Since joining Riveron in 2017, Jason has played a key role in expanding the firm's Finance Transformation practice and leading complex transformation engagements across industries. He has built trusted client relationships while helping organizations modernize finance operations, improve performance, and execute strategic change. Beyond his client work, Jason has helped strengthen Riveron's culture by developing future leaders, supporting technical and leadership training, and mentoring professionals across the firm. "I am honored to step into this role and continue building on the momentum of our Finance Transformation practice," said Jason. "Riveron's collaborative culture and multidisciplinary approach enable us to help clients solve complex challenges and create lasting value. I look forward to working alongside our talented teams to continue delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients and investing in the next generation of leaders." Contact Riveron Consulting, LLC. Riveron partners with evolving enterprises to simplify complexity, enhance value, and make a lasting impact. Let's discuss how Riveron Consulting, LLC can help your organization.