IN_Associate_SOC_FS Cyber as service_Advisory_Mumbai

Price Waterhouse Cooper LLP

Thane

On-site

INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

24 hours ago

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Job summary

PwC in India is seeking a cybersecurity generalist to deliver comprehensive security solutions and protect client systems and data. The role involves applying broad cybersecurity principles across domains and addressing diverse security challenges with proactive strategies.

The position emphasizes monitoring, incident response, and policy development, with a strong emphasis on playbooks, SLAs, and ongoing security improvements for client environments.

Qualifications

2–5 years of relevant experience in SOC, incident management, incident response, threat detection engineering, vulnerability management or SOC platform management.
Experience with automation, asset integration and threat intel management is a plus.
Certifications listed are mandatory or preferred per the job posting.

Responsibilities

L1: 2+ years in SOC/Incident Management roles or related areas.
L2: 4+ years in SOC/Incident Management/Threat Detection/ Vulnerability Management.
Round the clock threat monitoring & detection.
Analysis of suspicious, malicious, and abnormal behavior.
Alert triage, initial assessment, incident validation, severity & urgency.
Prioritization of security alerts and creation of incidents per SOPs.
Reporting & escalation to stakeholders.
Post-incident analysis.
Maintain incident management policies and playbooks.
Preservation of security alerts and artefacts for forensic purpose.
Adherence to SLAs and KPIs.
Reduction in MTTD & MTTR.

Skills

Certified SOC Analyst

CHFI

CEH

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA CySA+

GIAC GCIH

SIEM

Vulnerability Management

DAM

UBA

SOAR

NBA

Education

B.Tech / MCA / MBA with IT background

Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

Splunk

SIEM Tools

Threat Intelligence Tools

DAM

UBA

SOAR

NBA

Job description

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.

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.

Why PWC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Job Description & Summary

We are seeking a professional to join our Cybersecurity and Privacy services team, where you will have the opportunity to help clients implement effective cybersecurity programs that protect against threats.

Responsibilities

L1 - Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in SOC/Incident Management/Incident Response /Threat Detection Engineering/ Vulnerability Management/ SOC platform management/ Automation/Asset Integration/ Threat Intel Management /Threat Hunting.
L2 - Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in SOC/Incident Management/Incident Response /Threat Detection Engineering/Vulnerability Management/ SOC platform management/ Automation/ Asset Integration/ Threat Intel Management/Threat Hunting.
Round the clock threat monitoring & detection
Analysis of any suspicious, malicious, and abnormal behavior.
Alert triage, Initial assessment, incident validation, its severity & urgency
Prioritization of security alerts and creating Incidents as per SOPs.
Reporting & escalation to stakeholders
Post-incident Analysis
Consistent incident triage & recommendations using playbooks.
Develop & maintain incident management and incident response policies and procedures.
Preservation of security alerts and security incidents artefacts for forensic purpose.
Adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLA) and KPIs.
Reduction in Mean Time to Detection and Response (MTTD & MTTR).

Mandatory skill sets

Mandatory (Any-one): - Certified SOC Analyst (EC-Council), Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (EC-Council), Certified Ethical Hacker (EC-Council), CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA + (Cybersecurity Analyst), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) or equivalent.
Product Certifications (Preferred): - Product Certifications on SOC Security Tools such as SIEM/Vulnerability Management/ DAM/UBA/ SOAR/NBA etc.

Preferred skill sets