Senior Associate - Deals, Forensics (GIOC)

PwC South Africa

Penang

On-site

Confidential

Full time

44 hours ago

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Job summary

PwC South Africa is seeking a Senior Associate in Advisory – Forensic Technology Management to join our Malaysia operations in Penang. You will contribute to protecting client systems from cyber threats, assess vulnerabilities, and help design secure solutions while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

The role values critical thinking, clear communication, and the ability to translate complex security concepts into practical actions.

Qualifications

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value.
Ability to respond to diverse perspectives, think critically, and apply security frameworks.
Understanding of business context and how security aligns with strategy.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Agile Methodology

Security Architecture

Privacy Compliance

Regulatory Response

Cybersecurity Policy

Learning Agility

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Job description

Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Forensic Technology Management Level Senior Associate 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. Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others. Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems. Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts. Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy. Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing. Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas. Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations. Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

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