Cybersecurity Strategy and Transformation Senior Manager

PwC South Africa; Ottawa; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC Canada is seeking a Cybersecurity Strategy and Transformation Senior Manager to lead client engagements, shape cyber risk strategies, and drive transformation across multiple domains. You will build credibility with clients, guide teams, and deliver strategic risk assessments and reports that meet regulatory needs.

You will collaborate with PwC colleagues across practices, contribute to IP development, and play a pivotal role in delivering comprehensive security programs and client-ready

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Strong understanding of cyber risk management concepts and frameworks.
• Proven ability to translate technical risk into actionable client guidance.

Responsibilities

• Establish credibility and build relationships with prospective clients, identifying opportunities for cyber risk services.
• Liaise with client project teams to set and manage expectations and timelines.
• Manage the PwC project team to ensure deliverables meet PwC’s quality standards and timelines.
• Provide thought leadership and direction for the cyber risk management practice.
• Contribute to developing tools, methodologies, and accelerators; assist in proposals and statements of work writing.

Skills

Cybersecurity Strategy

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Presentation & Reporting

Client Relationship Management

Problem Solving

Project Management

Cybersecurity Frameworks (NIST/ISO/SAS

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or Business

Tools

GRC platforms

Job description

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.

The Opportunity:

As a Cybersecurity Strategy and Transformation Senior Manager, unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomes that’ll elevate your career. Your role will include, but isn’t limited to: Establish credibility and relationships with prospective clients by demonstrating technical and industry knowledge and identify opportunities for assistance. Liaise with client project teams to set and manage client expectations throughout each engagement. Manage the PwC project team so that deliverables meet with PwC’s quality standards and agreed-upon delivery timelines. Provide thought leadership and direction for the cyber risk management practice. Team with PwC colleagues in other practice areas in support of client needs for cyber risk management services. Contribute to the Intellectual Property of the firm by driving the development of toolkits, methodologies and accelerators. Assist in proposal, letters of engagement and statements of work writing.

What You’ll Bring:

• An interest in upskilling for a digital world and technology trends, an openness to learning new tools and adapting how you work.
• Demonstrable ability in the following areas is required for this position: Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering or Business. Technical designations such as CISSP, CRISC, CISA preferred. A firm understanding of cyber security frameworks such as those published by leading organizations (e.g. NIST, SANS, ISO etc.). Ability to translate framework to practical advice to clients. Good mix of business and technical capabilities, and the ability to communicate on current cyber risk issues to senior executives within the context of their business. Being able to design and deliver cyber security strategies, operating models, assessments and reports to meet Canadian, US and global regulatory requirements. Leadership qualities when working in a team and the ability to be recognized as the subject matter expert on cyber risk when our client requires.
• Ability to identify cyber risk management opportunities with clients and propose solutions that meet the client’s needs.
• Clear, articulate and confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Presentation and report writing skills.
• Analytical and problem solving capabilities.
• Ability to develop and manage mid-level relationships.
• Good facilitation and delivery skills.
• The ability to work on a number of projects, meet deadlines and manage stakeholder expectations.

Technical Requirements

A minimum of 8+ years in cybersecurity, with a focus on cyber risk management activities such as:

• Developing cyber risk strategies.
• Identifying cyber risks and developing cyber risk registers.
• Developing and maintaining cyber risk management and reporting frameworks.
• Conducting various cyber risk assessments.
• Developing and delivering comprehensive risk reports to provide detailed insights of the current state of its cyber risks.
• Performing cyber threat modelling and business impact analyses to ensure cyber assets are adequately protected with proper cybersecurity measures and controls.
• Managing cyber risk using GRC platforms.
• Developing KRIs and determining how to measure and report on KRIs.
• Collaborating with key client business stakeholders to facilitate cyber risk analysis and informed decision-making.
• Ensuring that risk-based management decisions align with laws and regulations that are applicable to our clients.
• This position ensures continuity and upholds our standards of excellence following the departure of a valued team member.

The salary range for this position is $144,700 - $241,200. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package.

Why you’ll love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life.

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

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Required Skills: Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Azure Data Factory, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Framework, Cybersecurity Policy, Cybersecurity Requirements, Cybersecurity Strategy, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Encryption Technologies, Inclusion, Influence, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Managed Services, Optimism, Privacy Compliance {+ 16 more}

Optional Skills: Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No

Government Clearance Required? No

Job Posting End Date

We’re committed to providing accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.

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