IT DD M&A Senior Associate - Cloud & Infrastructure

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RSM is seeking a Senior Associate for IT M&A Due Diligence to join our Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) practice. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established, nationally award-winning team experiencing exceptional growth.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead fast-paced technology due diligence engagements for private equity (PE) and strategic clients.
• Assess existing client infrastructure and document the ‘as-is’ environment; identify risks related to compliance, operations, revenue, and growth.
• Plan, organize, and manage network-related workstreams and projects.
• Design detailed network solutions for on-premises environments (LAN/WAN, Data Center), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and network security (Firewalls, IDS/IPS).
• Collaborate with team members to develop technology strategy and planning deliverables for complex carve-out and integration transactions.
• Produce high-quality, value-driven diligence reports; participate in client meetings critical to transaction closure (e.g., representation and warranties).
• Identify pre- and post-close business opportunities and contribute to go-to-market strategies.
• Lead teams by generating a vision, establishing direction, motivating members, fostering trust, leveraging diverse perspectives, and coaching staff.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Proven success in a professional services firm or large consultancy.
• Minimum 3 years of experience designing, building, and deploying networking/infrastructure solutions, including working with external client-facing teams on fast-paced consulting engagements.
• Experience working with private equity clients, leading and executing due diligence or post-close carve-outs and integrations for deals ranging from $100M to $1B in enterprise value.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience developing and supervising staff, both on engagements and in their professional growth.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and address client needs, including building and maintaining meaningful client relationships.
• High degree of integrity and confidentiality.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%, as needed.
  
  

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

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At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $81,400 - $153,500

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.