Elizabeth Byrd
About Elizabeth Byrd
Elizabeth Byrd is a Senior Associate at Schellman, with a strong background in IT compliance and audit functions. She has held various positions in notable organizations, including SecureIT, MetTel, and EY, and has a solid educational foundation in Accounting and Information Systems from North Carolina State University.
Work at Schellman
Elizabeth Byrd has been employed at Schellman as a Senior Associate since 2021. In this role, she is involved in various compliance and audit functions, leveraging her extensive background in IT compliance and risk advisory. Her experience allows her to contribute effectively to the firm's objectives in Falls Church, Virginia.
Previous Employment History
Prior to joining Schellman, Elizabeth Byrd held several positions in notable organizations. She worked as a Senior Associate at SecureIT from 2016 to 2019, and as an IT Compliance Manager at MetTel from 2019 to 2021. Her earlier roles include internships at the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and positions at EY and BDO USA, LLP, where she gained significant experience in risk advisory and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Byrd studied at North Carolina State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting with a concentration in Information Systems from 2006 to 2010. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Accounting from the same institution from 2010 to 2011. Her academic background supports her proficiency in performing complex compliance and audit functions.
Professional Aspirations
Elizabeth Byrd aspires to obtain the SSCP certification to enhance her expertise in cybersecurity and privacy compliance. This goal reflects her commitment to professional development and staying current with industry standards and practices.
Compliance and Audit Experience
Elizabeth Byrd has extensive experience in conducting compliance and audit functions across various professional environments. She has specific expertise in performing FedRAMP security assessments for Federal government cloud providers, demonstrating her capability in handling complex compliance requirements.