Senior Associate_SOC_Engineering, Implementation & Alliances_Advisory

Mployee.me; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC is seeking a cybersecurity generalist to join our Cybersecurity and Privacy services team in Pune. The role focuses on implementing comprehensive security programs, protecting client systems, and maintaining data confidentiality across multiple domains.

Responsibilities include continuous threat monitoring, incident triage, and developing response playbooks. Candidates should have 2–5 years in SOC/IR and relevant certifications, with a strong emphasis on SIEM tools such as Splunk.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in SOC/IR and related domains.
• Certifications in cybersecurity are valued (EC-Council/CompTIA/GIAC).
• Bachelor's or higher in IT, Cybersecurity, CS or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Round the clock threat monitoring and analysis of suspicious activity.
• Prioritize security alerts, validate incidents, and drive resolution per SOPs.
• Develop and maintain incident response policies and playbooks.
• Ensure SLA/KPIs are met and contribute to post-incident reviews.

Skills

SOC/IR experience

Threat Detection

Incident Response

Automation

Threat Intel

Education

B.Tech / MCA / MBA with IT background / Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, CS

Tools

Splunk

SIEM Tools

Job description

Job 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.

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.

Technical Skills

• Splunk

Experience

• 2-5 Years

Education Qualification

• B.Tech / MCA / MBA with IT background / Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science