Cybersecurity Advisory Associate

PwC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k

Paid time off

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

PwC is seeking a Cybersecurity Consulting Associate in the United States, Houston area. You will support senior staff on client engagements, learn to apply encryption technologies, conduct vulnerability assessments, and design secure architectures to protect client assets.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and growth within our Advisory practice. As an entry-level position, you will engage with teams to develop skills, deepen technical knowledge of firm services, and deliver quality

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree.
• Entry-level client service associate role; final academic year completed or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Supporting client engagements by contributing to cybersecurity projects and initiatives.
• Implementing encryption technologies to safeguard digital assets and maintain data confidentiality.
• Conducting vulnerability assessments to identify and address security defects within IT infrastructures.
• Designing security architecture to enhance system protection and mitigate risks.
• Managing security compliance to adhere to industry regulations and maintain privacy standards.
• Monitoring security incidents and responding effectively to potential threats.
• Collaborating with teams to develop and execute cybersecurity strategies and policies.
• Utilizing intellectual curiosity to explore innovative solutions for cybersecurity challenges.
• Engaging in regulatory response activities to validate adherence to legal requirements.
• Participating in security control management to protect organizational information systems.

Skills

AI for efficiency

Cybersecurity knowledge

Vulnerability assessment

Incident management

Security policies familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Encryption technologies

Security architecture

Job description

PwC is seeking a Cybersecurity Consulting Associate in the United States, Houston area. You will support senior staff on client engagements, learn to apply encryption technologies, conduct vulnerability assessments, and design secure architectures to protect client assets.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and growth within our Advisory practice. As an entry-level position, you will engage with teams to develop skills, deepen technical knowledge of firm services, and deliver quality