Technology risk analyst Review

by BDO

Rating

9/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Each day I organise and run meetings with clients to understand their IT infrastructure to then write a report that details their IT environment and it’s integrations.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I’ve learnt SQL and IT general control analysis.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy it a lot. I get to meet a lot of people from different backgrounds, both internally and externally. This allows me to build on current and new relationships.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

At the start a lot, but now I’m more able it is a ‘If and where I need it’.

9/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

College tuition and online tuition alongside work with study leave allowed.

8/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

It doesn’t for TRA. CISA would be more fitting than ACA

6/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Jewish network, BAME network, basketball and running. As well as Christmas parties and other socials monthly

9/10

9a. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good prospects. Good people. Good culture.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BDO?

Speak to someone internally to understand each role. They vary per department. Also understand some managers will work better for you than others and so you’ll need to get around and meet everyone to feel more Comfortable