Cyber Defense & Engineering - Network Security (Senior Associate)

3M HEALTHCARE; Partido de Vicente López; Presencial; ARS 134.182.160 - 193.818.675; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

PwC is seeking a seasoned Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of robust network security frameworks for client environments. The role focuses on Zero Trust, SASE/SSE, and secure network segmentation, working hands-on with routers, switches, firewalls, and cloud security tools.

The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years in security infrastructure, strong English communication, and deep technical expertise across Palo Alto, Cisco ISE, Netskope, and related platforms.

Formación

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in relevant network and security infrastructure domains.
• Oral and written proficiency in English.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement secure network architectures for clients.
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls and cloud security solutions.
• Support Zero Trust, SASE/SSE, and network segmentation initiatives.
• Collaborate with clients to translate requirements into secure designs.

Conocimientos

English proficiency

Network security

Security architecture

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in CS/Cybersecurity

Herramientas

Palo Alto NGFWs

Panorama

Prisma Access

PA SD-WAN

GlobalProtect

Cisco ISE

Netskope

Zscaler

Descripción del empleo

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. Those in security architecture at PwC will focus on designing and implementing robust security frameworks to protect organisations from cyber threats. You will develop strategies and solutions to safeguard sensitive data and enable the integrity of systems and networks. Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, learning how to manage and inspire others, navigating increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, deliver quality, embrace increased ambiguity, ask questions, and 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.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
• At least 5–7 years of experience in relevant network and security infrastructure domains
• Oral and written proficiency in English

Preferred Skills

• Palo Alto Technologies: NGFWs, Panorama, Prisma Access, PA SD-WAN, GlobalProtect
• SD-WAN: Silverpeak, Palo Alto SD-WAN, and other vendor platforms
• Cisco Routing & Switching: BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, Nexus Switching, ISR/ASR routers
• LAN/WAN Design, DMVPN, IPSEC architectures
• Network Access Control (NAC): Cisco ISE and similar AAA-based solutions
• Cloud Security: Hands‑on experience with Netskope (especially DLP, SWG), Zscaler (ZPA, ZIA)
• Monitoring Tools and Integration Services
• Certifications (can be adapted as needed):
  • ICS/OT certifications: GIAC preferred
  • Network: CCIE, CCNP, CCNA
  • Firewall: Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper, Fortinet, Checkpoint
  • Cloud Security: Netskope, Zscaler
  • NAC: Cisco ISE, Forescout, Aruba ClearPass, FortiNAC
  • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
  • Segmentation: Illumio, Appgate, VMware NSX, Cisco ACI

Scope of the Role

You will be focusing on network security initiatives. This role involves supporting our clients in designing and implementing secure network architectures, including Zero Trust, SASE/SSE, and network segmentation. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience configuring and securing enterprise‑grade network and security technologies, including routers, switches, firewalls, and cloud security solutions from vendors.

General Requirements

• Understand the importance of having correct information management
• Knowledge of Information Security and Data Protection
• Correct Information Security Management

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to ethnicity; creed; color; religion; national origin; age; disability; neurodiversity; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; marital; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an inclusive organization and equal‑opportunity employer.

Travel Requirements

Not Specified