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Cybersecurity, Privacy and Forensics- Strategy and Program Design - Senior Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services
Full-time
On-site
Atlanta, New York, United States
$84,000 - $202,000 USD yearly
Cyber Security

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Cybersecurity & Privacy

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data.

As a cybersecurity generalist at PwC, you will focus on providing comprehensive security solutions and experience across various domains, maintaining the protection of client systems and data. You will apply a broad understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to address diverse security challenges effectively.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

  • Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
  • Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
  • Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
  • Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
  • Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
  • Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
  • Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
  • Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Job Requirements and Preferences:  
 
Basic Qualifications:  
 
Minimum Degree Required:  
Bachelor Degree 
 
Minimum Years of Experience:  
3 year(s)  
 
Preferred Qualifications:  
 
Preferred Fields of Study:  
Computer and Information Science, Information CyberSecurity, Information Technology, Management Information Systems 
 
Preferred Knowledge/Skills:  
 

Demonstrates thorough knowledge and/or a proven record of success in: 

  • Executing assessments, design and implementation of an effective cybersecurity program; 

  • Understanding technical and operational practices related to industry laws, regulations, and industry standards to inform cybersecurity roadmaps; 

  • Assessing client environments and identifying gaps / opportunities to enhance cybersecurity capabilities ; 

  • Ability to propose strategic recommendations for remediation of existing program or capability gaps; and, 

  • Ability to define cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures. 

Demonstrates thorough abilities and/or a proven record of success in:  

  • Leveraging Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Visio), Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, and Slides) and Power BI to create deliverables, proposals, and outreach materials for prospective clients; 

  • Leveraging creative thinking, problem solving and individual initiative; 

  • Collaborating with clients and building relationships with clients; 

  • Independently managing and prioritizing workload; and, 

  • Ability to adapt to and communicate with different working styles. 

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

The salary range for this position is: $84,000 - $202,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
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