Threat Hunting & IR Manager - Lead Incident Response

PwC Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 112,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

PwC Canada is seeking a Manager, Threat Hunting & Incident Response to lead security investigations and response across multiple teams. You’ll own the level 2 analysts, guide complex incident resolution, and coordinate remediation with stakeholders.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, incident management expertise, and collaboration with clients, with a hybrid work setting and a competitive rewards package. A relevant degree and security certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant area of study (prefer Computer Science/Engineering).
• Industry certifications (CISSP/GIAC/EC-Council) are assets; MSSP experience is a plus.
• Minimum 6 years in IT and 4 years in information security.
• Proficient in Incident Response and Management.
• Knowledge of security tools (SIEM, EDR) and OS flavors (Windows, Linux, Unix).
• Deep knowledge of cyber-attacks, threat vectors, risk and incident management.
• Knowledge of applications, databases, middleware to address security threats; able to prepare reports and dashboards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; experience in vendor management.
• Ability to operate under pressure with stakeholders; strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• PwC Canada hybrid work environment expectations are discussed during interviews.

Responsibilities

• Serve as escalation contact for confirmed and high-impact incidents.
• Oversee investigations and coordinate response activities across teams.
• Own the level 2 senior security analysts team and ensure advanced analysis.
• Provide guidance to level 2 analysts on complex issues.
• Coordinate incident response and remediation with level 2 analysts and other teams.
• Review incident reports to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Conduct QA reviews of incident reports and provide feedback.
• Collaborate on complex incidents requiring deeper investigation.
• Conduct performance evaluations and identify training needs.
• Develop and deliver training and mentoring for level 2 analysts.
• Engage with clients to provide strategic and technical guidance on incidents.
• Monitor KPIs and SLAs to ensure service delivery.
• Communicate with shift leads about daily security operations metrics.

Skills

Incident Response & Management

Leadership & Mentoring

Vendor management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Windows OS

Linux OS

Unix

Job description

PwC Canada is seeking a Manager, Threat Hunting & Incident Response to lead security investigations and response across multiple teams. You’ll own the level 2 analysts, guide complex incident resolution, and coordinate remediation with stakeholders.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, incident management expertise, and collaboration with clients, with a hybrid work setting and a competitive rewards package. A relevant degree and security certifications are preferred.