CDTR - TVM - Cyber - Senior Associtae

PwC Acceleration Center India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center India seeks a Senior Associate in Cyber Defence. You will help identify cyber threats, manage vulnerabilities, and develop secure systems to safeguard digital infrastructure. The role spans threat intelligence, OSINT techniques, and collaboration with clients to meet cybersecurity needs.

You will guide juniors, analyze data for insights, and apply intrusion detection and malware tools while upholding professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher is required.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in oral and written English is required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze cyber threats to improve security.
• Manage vulnerabilities to prevent cyber attacks.
• Develop secure systems and ensure digital infrastructure resilience.
• Utilize cloud and network security platforms to strengthen defenses.
• Conduct research and intelligence analysis to guide threat detection.
• Implement intrusion detection and malware detection tools.
• Collaborate with clients to address cybersecurity needs.
• Mentor junior team members in cybersecurity methods.
• Interpret data to generate security insights and recommendations.
• Uphold firm standards and professional guidelines.

Skills

Threat intelligence

Vulnerability management

Cloud security

Malware analysis

Network forensics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands-on learning, cutting-edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As a CDTR - TVM - Cyber - Senior Associate, you will focus on identifying and analyzing potential threats to an organization's security, as well as managing vulnerabilities to prevent cyber attacks. Within our Cyber, Data & Tech Risk practice, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive information and enabling the resilience of digital infrastructure. As a Senior Associate, you will build meaningful client connections and learn how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand and deepening your technical skills. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality work. Embracing increased ambiguity, you will be comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, using these moments as opportunities to grow.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will leverage advanced technologies and strategies to protect organizations from cyber threats. You will work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data. Your work will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity and security of digital infrastructures, contributing to the overall success of our Cyber Defence initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and analyzing potential cyber threats to enhance organizational security
• Managing vulnerabilities to prevent cyber attacks and safeguard sensitive information
• Developing secure systems and providing proactive solutions for digital infrastructure resilience
• Utilizing cloud security and network security platforms to strengthen defense mechanisms
• Conducting research and intelligence analysis to inform threat detection strategies
• Implementing intrusion detection systems and malware detection tools for comprehensive security
• Collaborating with clients to build meaningful connections and address cybersecurity needs
• Guiding junior team members in understanding cybersecurity methodologies and techniques
• Interpreting data to generate insights and recommendations for security improvements
• Upholding professional and technical standards in alignment with firm guidelines

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 2 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• At least one of the following: One or more certifications aligned to threat intelligence and vulnerability management, including GCTI, CISSP, or equivalent threat and risk management credentials
• Utilizing cloud security knowledge to enhance cybersecurity measures
• Demonstrating proficiency in malware analysis and reverse engineering
• Excelling in network forensics and intrusion detection systems
• Developing insights through open source intelligence (OSINT) techniques
• Navigating complex cybersecurity challenges with analytical thinking
• Building meaningful client relationships in cybersecurity engagements