Risk Services - Data Security Manager

PwC Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Singapore is looking for a Data Security Manager to join their Cybersecurity & Privacy practice. This role involves leading data security engagements, advising on technical controls, and mentoring a team of consultants. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, especially in data protection regulations.

As a subject matter expert, you'll bridge technical implementation and strategic advice while focusing on compliance with data privacy regulations. This position is essential in supporting top-tier clients by providing innovative cybersecurity solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in cybersecurity with a focus on data security and protection.
• Expertise and experience in Data Protection regulations.
• Proven client-facing and project delivery experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead data security engagements from strategy to delivery.
• Architect and advise on technical controls.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Data Protection regulations

Client-facing experience

Data Classification

Data Loss Prevention

Encryption technologies

Cloud data security

Education

Tertiary degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Join PwC's Cybersecurity & Privacy practice in Singapore as a Data Security Manager. You will guide top‑tier clients, mentor a growing team, and act as a subject matter expert. The role bridges technical implementation, strategic advice, and regulatory compliance, focusing on data privacy regulations such as PDPA, modern DLP, data classification technology, and secure cloud architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead data security engagements from strategy and roadmap development to final delivery.
• Architect and advise on technical controls, including:
• Data Discovery & Classification
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
• Encryption technologies and Key Management
• On‑Premise and Cloud data security
• Translate regulatory requirements (such as PDPA, GDPR and other regional/global regulations) into actionable technical and operational controls.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior consultants, fostering their careers and building team capability.
• Support business development by building client relationships and contributing to proposals.

Required Experience & Skills

• 7+ years in cybersecurity with a focus on data security and protection.
• Expertise and experience in Data Protection regulations is required.
• Proven client‑facing and project delivery experience, preferably in professional services.
• Experience with data security technologies: Data Classification, DLP, Encryption, IAM, and data security in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and GCP).
• A passion for mentoring and developing teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Tertiary degree in a relevant field (e.g., IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science).
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CIPP, CDPSE.
• Cloud security certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience in Financial Services (MAS requirements), Technology, or Public Sector.
• A track record of contributing to business development efforts.