IN_Manager_SOC_Cyber Defense And Engineering_ Advisory _Mumbai

PwC India; Thane; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC India is seeking a Cybersecurity Manager to lead security operations within its Advisory line of service. You will support the Cybersecurity and Privacy team, delivering robust threat monitoring, incident response, and governance across client environments from the Mumbai region.

The role requires 2–5 years of SOC/Threat Monitoring experience, relevant EC-Council or equivalent certifications, and a strong IT/security education background.

Qualifications

• Mandatory security certifications (EC-Council or equivalent) for SOC operations.
• 2–5 years of experience in SOC/security operations.
• Product certifications on SOC tools (SIEM, vulnerability management, DAM, UBA/SOAR/NBA) preferred.
• Education as listed: IT/CS/Cybersecurity degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Round the clock threat monitoring and detection.
• Analysis of suspicious, malicious, and abnormal behavior.
• Alert triage, initial assessment, incident validation, severity & urgency.
• Prioritization of security alerts and creation of incidents as per SOPs.
• Reporting and escalation to stakeholders; post-incident analysis.
• Development and maintenance of incident management and response policies.
• Preservation of security alerts and incident artefacts for forensic purposes.
• Adherence to SLAs and KPIs; reduce MTTD/MTTR.

Skills

Certified SOC Analyst (EC-Council)

EC-Council Certifications

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA CySA+

GIAC GCIH

Splunk (SIEM)

Education

B.Tech / MCA / MBA with IT background

Bachelor’s in Information Technology / Cybersecurity / Computer Science

Tools

Splunk

Job description

Job Description:

Line of Service
Advisory

Industry/Sector
FS X-Sector

Specialism
Risk

Management Level
Manager

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.

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:

• 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:

SOC - Splunk

Years of experience required:

2-5 Years

Education qualification:

B.Tech/MCA/ MBA with IT backgroun d/ Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science

Required Skills

SoCs (Inactive)

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Azure Data Factory, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Framework, Cybersecurity Policy, Cybersecurity Requirements, Cybersecurity Strategy, Digital Tooling, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Encryption Technologies, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Managed Services {+ 16 more}

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

July 27, 2026