AI Security Engineer Senior Associate (AC Manila)

PwC Acceleration Center Manila; Taguig; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center Manila is seeking an AI Security Engineer Senior Associate to protect client systems from cyber threats through incident response, threat analysis, and security monitoring within our Advisory practice. You will analyze complex problems, mentor junior team members, and guide timely next steps while building client connections.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 4–8 years of experience, and strong English; GIAC or equivalent credentials are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 4–8 years of experience.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written).
• Certifications aligned to incident response or cyber defense (e.g., GIAC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responding to cybersecurity incidents by triaging alerts and coordinating containment and recovery steps.
• Investigating security events using log analysis, forensics, and network forensics to identify root causes.
• Developing incident response plans and remediation actions to reduce exposure across client environments.
• Applying cybersecurity frameworks, governance practices, and risk management to strengthen controls.
• Monitoring SOC activity and threat intelligence to identify patterns and response priorities.
• Reviewing firewall configurations and vulnerability findings to support incident mitigation.
• Interpreting technical findings and translating them into recommendations for clients and technical teams.
• Supporting managed security services by improving incident handling processes and documentation.
• Guiding junior team members on tasks and escalating issues when needed.

Skills

Incident response

Threat analysis

Security monitoring

Mentoring juniors

cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GIAC certifications

Job description

The Opportunity
Join our Acceleration Center Manila 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 AI Security Engineer Senior Associate you will focus on protecting client systems and data from cyber threats through incident response, threat analysis, and security monitoring within our Advisory practice. As a Senior Associate you will analyze complex problems, manage assigned workstreams, mentor junior team members, and use critical thinking to interpret incidents and guide timely next steps while building meaningful client connections. In this role at PwC, you will help identify vulnerabilities, respond to security events, and develop practical solutions that support client needs and broader cybersecurity objectives.

Responsibilities

• Responding to cybersecurity incidents by triaging alerts, analyzing threat activity, and coordinating containment and recovery steps
• Investigating security events using log analysis, digital forensics, and network forensics to identify root causes and attacker behavior
• Developing incident response plans and remediation actions that reduce exposure across client environments
• Applying cybersecurity frameworks, governance practices, and risk management methods to strengthen defensive controls
• Monitoring security operations center activity and threat intelligence sources to identify emerging attack patterns and response priorities
• Reviewing firewall configurations, network security platforms, and vulnerability management findings to support incident mitigation
• Interpreting technical findings and translating them into clear recommendations for client stakeholders and technical teams
• Supporting managed security services by improving incident handling processes, documentation, and recurring response procedures
• Guiding junior team members on assigned tasks while validating work products and escalating issues when needed

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 4 to 8 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Business Studies, Computer and Information Science, Information CyberSecurity, Information Technology, Management Information Systems
• At least one of the following: One or more certifications aligned to incident response and cyber defense, including GIAC (eg., GCFA, GCIA, GCIH) or equivalent incident response credentials
• Demonstrating coursework or internship exposure in cyber defense, incident response, or digital forensics
• Utilizing data analysis, log review, and threat detection tools to support investigations
• Collaborating across teams while communicating technical findings clearly
• Applying critical thinking to complex security incidents and changing priorities