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Jagteshwer (Jag) Singh, CPA

Senior Risk Consultant
McLean,Virginia

Summary

Detail-oriented technology risk consultant with 7+ years of experience driving enterprise risk management, cybersecurity policy development, and GRC initiatives for federal agencies and large-scale organizations. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, analyzing complex data to identify security and compliance risks, and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies. Experienced in building and operationalizing security frameworks aligned with NIST, FISMA, and broader cyber risk standards. Known for delivering precise documentation, stakeholder-aligned solutions, and data-driven insights that strengthen organizational security posture. CPA-certified with a strong foundation in process improvement, technical analysis, and cyber risk strategy.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Risk Consultant

ERNST & YOUNG LLP
10.2022 - Current

Serves as a Senior Consultant leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) initiatives for major federal agencies, focusing on policy development, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement to ensure regulatory alignment and operational efficiency.

  • Designed and implemented over 10 enterprise security and internal control policies to strengthen compliance, reduce risk exposure, and align with NIST and FISMA standards.
  • Created technical documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), governance frameworks, and risk mitigation plans, to support secure, compliant operations.
  • Created professional visuals—charts, flow diagrams, and reports—to support presentations and policy documentation requirements.
  • Identified and addressed cyber and data risks tied to system migrations and control gaps, improving overall risk posture.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather and translate technical requirements into business-aligned solutions, documenting over 20 process enhancements across key initiatives.
  • Facilitated stakeholder meetings and produced actionable deliverables—risk logs, meeting minutes, and executive-ready visuals—to drive alignment and informed decision-making.

Senior Advisory Associate

KPMG LLP
07.2017 - 10.2022

Led cybersecurity risk and IT advisory engagements for federal agencies and Fortune 500 clients, focusing on internal controls, data integrity, and secure process improvement.

  • Managed a nationwide telecom remediation project, overseeing a 200+ person team across 48 locations and leading training, logistics, and quality assurance operations.
  • Directed teams in evaluating IT general controls (GITCs), application controls, and process risks, helping clients strengthen security posture and regulatory compliance.
  • Assessed control environments, identified technology-related risks, and collaborated with stakeholders to develop remediation strategies.
  • Designed and maintained project dashboards and Gantt charts to track milestones, ensuring efficient execution of complex risk initiatives.
  • Partnered with Alteryx analytics teams to identify control anomalies, validate data integrity, and enhance testing accuracy across large datasets.
  • Created client-facing reports and executive summaries, translating risk and control findings into clear, actionable insights for leadership.

Advisory Associate

KPMG LLP
01.2017 - 07.2019

Provided technical accounting assistance to clients experiencing financial distress and requiring reorganization, with an emphasis on bankruptcy, revenue recognition, and regulatory reporting. Supported IT audit and internal control projects for public and federal clients within the financial services and energy sectors, contributing to the assessment of compliance environments and technology risks.

  • Analyzed contracts and coordinated with client legal teams to assess revenue recognition impacts under ASC 606 – Revenue from Contracts with Customers.
  • Tested GITCs, ITACs, and business process controls related to ICFR and SOX compliance across multiple engagements.
  • Supported data processing and testing teams using Alteryx and Excel to analyze control-related data during audit procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

George Mason University
08.2012 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

George Mason University
08.2012 - 05.2016

Skills

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

  • Skilled in creating engaging PowerPoint presentations

  • Experienced in Alteryx workflows

  • Team leadership and coordination

  • Project Management

  • Microsoft Project

  • Software Documentation

  • Data Management

  • Analytical Skills

Certification

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), VBOA - Virginia Board of Accountancy, 48731, 05/01/19

Timeline

Senior Risk Consultant

ERNST & YOUNG LLP
10.2022 - Current

Senior Advisory Associate

KPMG LLP
07.2017 - 10.2022

Advisory Associate

KPMG LLP
01.2017 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

George Mason University
08.2012 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

George Mason University
08.2012 - 05.2016
Jagteshwer (Jag) Singh, CPASenior Risk Consultant