Will Carlson, Cisa, Ccsk
About Will Carlson, Cisa, Ccsk
Will Carlson is a Senior Associate at Schellman & Company, LLC, specializing in System and Organization Controls (SOC) examinations. He has extensive experience in various compliance frameworks and holds a Bachelor of Science in Information System Analysis from Miami University.
Work at Schellman
Will Carlson has been employed at Schellman & Company, LLC since 2018, serving as a Senior Associate specializing in System and Organization Controls (SOC) examinations. In this role, he conducts comprehensive SOC examinations and engages in various IT compliance assessments, including IT SOX, HITRUST, CIS CSC 20, and ISO 27001. His work focuses on evaluating organizational controls and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Carlson's contributions to Schellman reflect his expertise in the field of information systems and organizational risk management.
Education and Expertise
Will Carlson earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Information System Analysis from Miami University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in business and information systems. In addition to his degree, he holds the Advanced SOC for Service Organizations Certificate, demonstrating his specialized knowledge in SOC examinations. Carlson's education and certifications equip him with the skills necessary to assess and enhance organizational controls effectively.
Background
Before joining Schellman, Will Carlson worked at Protiviti as an Internal Audit & Financial Advisory - Information Systems Senior Consultant from 2014 to 2018. During this time, he focused on internal audits and advisory services, further developing his expertise in information systems. Additionally, he completed a three-month internship at Schneider Electric in Shanghai, China, in 2013. This diverse background has contributed to his holistic understanding of best practices in risk management and organizational controls.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Will Carlson has gained extensive experience in various areas, including Business Continuity Management, Anti-Money Laundering, and eCommerce engagements. He has acquired a comprehensive understanding of best practices in defining policies and procedures, conducting risk assessments, and managing change. His work has involved logical access management, asset configuration, network and physical security, and data recovery through multiple IT audits, showcasing his proficiency in the field.