Tom Aune, MCSE, CISA, CPA

Tom has extensive experience with information technology management at PKF Texas, including the design and implementation of applications and networks focused on security and high availability for the past 15 years. In addition, Tom has technology consulting experience with clients in various industries, dealing with all aspects of technology, including cloud-based providers, financial application providers and third-party administrators. Prior to joining PKF Texas, he managed accounting application implementation projects, which included the design of security and controls.

A Certified Information Systems Auditor, Tom has extensive security experience, IS audit knowledge and skills required to manage vulnerabilities, ensure compliance and institute controls within any environment.

He is also a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer with a focus on security. This certification demonstrates his ability to design and build technology solutions, including the security aspect of any Microsoft environment.

Tom graduated with a B.A. in Accounting in 1991 but quickly found that his interests lie with technology. After a few years of combining his accounting background with technology as an accounting software consultant, he moved his focus to technology.

His consulting experience includes SOX compliance, design and implementation of new networks, software selection and implementation and project management.

Industries Served:

• Energy 
• Professional Services
• Technology
• Museums
• Manufacturing
• Hospitality

Designations:
MCSE, Certified Systems Engineer
CISA, Certified Information Systems Auditor
CPA, Certified Public Accountant

Experience:
Pannell Kerr Forster of Texas, P.C., Houston, TX, 1999 - Present
Senior Manager Information Technology

Sornson & Associates, Houston, TX, 1997 - 1999
Senior Consultant

Education:
Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting

Associations:

• Information Systems Audit and Control Association
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants