Business Information Security Officer (BISO), Global

PricewaterhouseCoopers International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Business Information Security Officer, where you will enhance your cybersecurity skills on a global scale. In this role, you will lead security initiatives, engage with stakeholders, and help shape the firm's security strategy. You'll work in a dynamic environment that values inclusive practices and personal growth while protecting clients and the organization at large.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for well-being

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in information security or tech/digital management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for complex concepts.
• Ability to manage security projects and understand regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive escalations and manage local/global stakeholder relationships.
• Identify and address risks; simplify complex messages for decision-making.
• Analyze proposals and develop actionable recommendations.

Skills

Information Security

Communication

Project Management

Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

The Global Network Information Security (NIS) team at PwC is searching for a talented security and technology professional to fulfill the role of Business Information Security Officer (BISO). Operating on a local, regional, and global scale, NIS is responsible for defining our security strategy and executing our global Cyber Readiness and Zero Trust Programs, transitioning from predominantly local to centralized services.

If you are seeking an exciting opportunity with the scope to grow your cybersecurity career through major change on a global scale, then NIS will empower you to do so. NIS built the first global cybersecurity function at PwC. Our mission protects 300,000 PwC members across 150 member firms worldwide as well as our global clients.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of

As a Business Information Security Officer (BISO), Global, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service, and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop new skills outside of your comfort zone
• Act to resolve issues which prevent the team from working effectively
• Act as a subject matter expert, navigating competing priorities and managing adversity
• Drive escalations and seek consensus on addressing issues across local/global stakeholders, and work collaboratively with and motivate others to recognize their strengths and elevate the team
• Analyze complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations
• Use multiple sources of information, including broader stakeholder views, to develop solutions and recommendations
• Identify and address risks that do not meet the firm's expectations and use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making
• Maintain a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact technology strategy
• Simplify complex messages, highlight and summarize key points, and uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve

• Progressive experience in a professional environment in roles involving information security and/or tech/digital management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively convey complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to manage security projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring, also acts as a key participant for cyber incidents, hygiene, and service escalations
• Develop knowledge of firm priorities, Network Information Security concepts, principles, and standards and their application in a large enterprise environment
• Ability to guide local security requests through global compliance processes and assess residual risk, with an understanding of information security and emerging trends in cloud computing, AI, and others
• Working with global and local stakeholders on key projects and initiatives
• Active engagement with territory stakeholders communicating global NIS priorities, programs, and cyber thought leadership
• Experience building and maintaining relationships across the network to effectively deliver security activities and managing multi-functional relationships across stakeholders
• Identify issues with security governance and make process efficiency improvements, understanding regulatory, legislative, and client security requirements, and the technology systems available to address them
• Knowledge of security attestations & certifications, preferably ISO 27001, NIST, or SOC2, and support for escalations with NIS/local IT/OGC/HC

Why you’ll love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be part of diverse teams helping clients build trust and deliver outcomes. This work, and our development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward impact, support wellbeing, and offer a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

PwC Canada acknowledges the land of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples, and commits to allyship and reconciliation. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive community where everyone belongs. Accommodations are available during the application and employment process upon request.