Director of Cyber Defense & Growth

PricewaterhouseCoopers; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 260,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

PricewaterhouseCoopers is seeking a cybersecurity leader (Director level) to shape and drive its Southeast Asia cyber defense practice. You will combine deep technical expertise, commercial acumen and leadership to solve complex security challenges and grow the regional cyber practice.

You will manage senior stakeholders, build trusted advisory relationships, and lead large-scale transformation programs for enterprise clients while mentoring a team of cybersecurity professionals.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in cyber security, with significant exposure to cyber defense and transformation programs.
• Extensive experience in cyber defense, threat intelligence, and incident response.
• Proven ability to maintain and lead alliances with key technology vendors such as Google Cloud, Palo Alto Networks, and other cyber defense providers.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) security tools, Palo Alto security products, and their integration.
• Proven leadership skills managing teams, strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth.
• Experience in Managed Security Services for business development and delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships at senior and executive levels within large enterprises.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Cyber Defense consulting practice across Southeast Asia, developing innovative solutions to protect clients against evolving cyber threats.
• Maintain and lead strategic alliances with key technology partners includingMicrosoft, Google, Palo Alto Networks, and other leading cyber defense solution providers to enhance PwC’s security offerings.
• Drive strategic partnership initiatives with alliances, ensuring successful integration and delivery of joint solutions.
• Lead revenue growth for the Cyber Defense practice, with a strong focus on expanding Managed Security Services offerings.
• Develop go-to-market strategies and sales enablement plans to increase adoption of managed cyber defense solutions.
• Collaborate across GTM practices to identify new business opportunities, build proposals, and drive deal closure.
• Lead large-scale cyber transformation programs for enterprise clients, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Effectively manage and influence senior stakeholders across large enterprises, including C-suite engagement, to build trusted advisory relationships.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on cyber defense strategies and technology solutions.
• Manage and mentor a team of cyber security professionals, fostering skill development and high-performance culture.
• Stay abreast of the latest cyber security trends and demonstrate thought leadership in the domain.

Skills

Cyber Defense

Cybersecurity

Digital Transformation Strategy

Managed Security Services

Education

Bachelor Degree

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Google Cloud Platform

Palo Alto Networks

Job description

PricewaterhouseCoopers is seeking a cybersecurity leader (Director level) to shape and drive its Southeast Asia cyber defense practice. You will combine deep technical expertise, commercial acumen and leadership to solve complex security challenges and grow the regional cyber practice.

You will manage senior stakeholders, build trusted advisory relationships, and lead large-scale transformation programs for enterprise clients while mentoring a team of cybersecurity professionals.