Physical Security and Risk Mitigation - Manager

PwC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 99,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

PwC is seeking a Physical Security and Risk Mitigation Manager in Washington, DC to safeguard sensitive information and bolster resilience of digital infrastructure. You will lead threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and secure system development within our Cybersecurity practice.

You will mentor teams, manage client accounts, and ensure project success while embracing technology and innovation to deliver high‑quality outcomes for our clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in security management.

Responsibilities

• Lead threat intelligence and vulnerability management initiatives.
• Analyze threats and vulnerabilities to strengthen security posture.
• Develop secure systems and proactive anti-attack measures.
• Manage and mentor teams to deliver client support.
• Utilize advanced technologies and strategies to protect organizations.
• Conduct research to identify security challenges and mitigation plans.
• Oversee deployment of intrusion detection systems and network security platforms.
• Collaborate with leadership to meet quality, timelines, and deliverables.
• Encourage team development and adoption of cybersecurity innovations.
• Address conflicts and escalate issues with stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Threat intelligence

Vulnerability management

Malware analysis

Malware detection tools

Network security platforms

Intrusion detection systems

Intelligence analysis

OSINT

Team leadership

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

IDS platforms

Security monitoring tools

Job description

The Opportunity

As a Physical Security and Risk Mitigation Manager, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding sensitive information and enabling the resilience of digital infrastructure. Within our Cybersecurity practice, you will focus on identifying and analyzing potential threats to an organization's security, as well as managing vulnerabilities to prevent cyber attacks. This role is integral to protecting organizations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies.

As a Manager, you will lead teams and manage client accounts, focusing on strategic planning and mentoring junior staff. You are accountable for project success and maintaining standards. Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop, and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team members' unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

In this role, you will take ownership of projects, confirming their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion. You will also address conflicts or issues, engaging in conversations with clients, team members, and other stakeholders, escalating where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Leading threat intelligence and vulnerability management initiatives to safeguard sensitive information
• Analyzing potential threats and vulnerabilities to enhance organizational security measures
• Developing secure systems and proactive solutions to prevent cyber attacks
• Managing and mentoring teams to deliver quality client support and meet expectations
• Utilizing advanced technologies and strategies to protect organizations from cyber threats
• Conducting research and analysis to identify and address security challenges
• Overseeing the deployment of intrusion detection systems and network security platforms
• Collaborating with leadership to maintain quality, timelines, and deliverables
• Encouraging team development and embracing technology and innovation in cybersecurity practices
• Addressing conflicts and engaging in critical conversations with stakeholders to resolve issues

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 5 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Project/Technology Management
• Demonstrating proficiency in Malware Analysis and Malware Detection Tools
• Utilizing Network Security Platforms and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
• Conducting Vulnerability Assessment and Vulnerability Management
• Excelling in Intelligence Analysis and Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
• Embracing change and innovation in cybersecurity practices
• Mentoring junior staff in threat intelligence and vulnerability management

The salary range for this position is: $99,000 - $232,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

• All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more.

To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.