Michael Barnett
About Michael Barnett
Michael Barnett is a Senior Manager at Protiviti in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in public company readiness and IT asset management.
Title and Role at Protiviti
Michael Barnett currently holds the position of Senior Manager at Protiviti, a global consulting firm, based in Chicago, Illinois. He has been in this role since 2021. At Protiviti, Michael leads some of the largest engagement teams in the office, focusing on enhancing the control environments of various clients, particularly those preparing to go public.
Employment History
Michael Barnett has built a substantial career at Protiviti, beginning as an IT Auditor in 2013 and subsequently rising through the ranks. He served as a Senior IT Auditor from 2015 to 2018, and then as Manager from 2018 to 2021 before attaining his current role as Senior Manager in 2021. His experience spans a range of IT auditing and consulting responsibilities, accumulating over a decade of expertise.
Education
Michael Barnett holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Information Technology from the University of Notre Dame. He completed his education from 2009 to 2013, laying a strong foundation for his future career in IT auditing and consulting.
Specializations and Project Management
Michael Barnett specializes in public company readiness, providing invaluable assistance to private companies in improving their control environments as they prepare to go public. He has managed and executed several key projects, including IT asset management reviews, NIST cybersecurity assessments, and SOX compliance.
Protiviti Chicago Office Engagements
In his role as Senior Manager, Michael Barnett has led some of the largest engagement teams within the Chicago office. His leadership and project management skills are consistently applied to significant client initiatives, underscoring his pivotal role in the firm.