Cybersecurity Consultant - Graduate

Pwc Remchannel (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cybersecurity, PwC Remchannel (Pty) Ltd, is looking for a Cybersecurity Consultant in Johannesburg. The role involves providing comprehensive security solutions and requires a BCom/BSc degree in related fields. Successful candidates will deliver value through excellent problem-solving skills and have the opportunity to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Completed degree in Information Systems/IT/Computer Science or Engineering.
• CompTIA Security+ certification advantageous.
• Less than 2 years of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess and analyze security systems and measures.
• Conduct Capability Maturity Assessments and Cyber Risk Management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Analytical Thinking

Adaptability

Teamwork

Curiosity

Education

BCom/BSc in Information Systems/IT/Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

At PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies.

They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data.

As a cybersecurity generalist at PwC, you will focus on providing comprehensive security solutions and experience across various domains, maintaining the protection of client systems and data.

You will apply a broad understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to address diverse security challenges effectively.Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team.

In our fast-paced environment, you are expected to adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting varying challenges and scope.

Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow.

You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team.

As you navigate through the Firm, you build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to :

Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patternsmit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g.

refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.Role summary : As an Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues under the Cybersecurity Strategy pillar. Qualifications / certifications required : Completed BCom / BSc degree in Information Systems / Information Technology / or BSc Computer Science or Engineering, Honours / Masters an advantage but not essential CompTIASecurity + (Advantageous) ISO (Advantageous) Experience required : Less than 2 years of work experience. Responsibilities of role : We are looking for a strategic, detail-oriented individual to join our team as a security consultant.

Your responsibilities will include assessing and analysing security systems and measures, based on our go to market services : Capability Maturity Assessments - NIST, ISO, FFIEC, etc. Cyber Risk Management Cyber Value at Risk (CyberVAR) / Risk Quantification Third Party Risk Management Cloud Security IoT / ICS / OT Cybersecurity Strategy Awareness, Culture and Behaviour Cyber Attestation Ensure compliance with other regulatory requirements Perform due diligence on systems and controls Perform pre- and post-implementation system reviews Assess the privacy and protection of personal information Skill sets required : Excellent verbal and written communication skills Sound judgment Innovative and adaptable Resilient Copes well under tight deadlines and works well under stress Is a strategic and big picture thinker Is curious – learning, sharing and innovating Is willing to continually learn and develop skills across a multitude of core competencies Approaches problem solving in a logical and structured manner with due consideration given to alternative solutions which may require the acquisition of new knowledge Ability to handle complex problems and apply appropriate judgement in evaluating solution inputs You have an eye for details and an affection for quality You are motivated to work in a team and flexible to travel You are open minded, curious by nature, able to prioritize tasks, creative in finding solutions and communicating them to clients Role related attributes : Must be able to demonstrate and apply industry knowledge Must be able to work overtime when necessary Display sound leadership skills Self-motivated and pay attention to detail Must have valid driver's license Industry experience required : We'revery proud of our unique culture and expect our people to demonstrate skills and behaviours that will support us in implementing our business strategy.

This is important to the work we do, both for our business and our clients.

These skills and behaviours are a strong component of our global leadership framework : The PwC Professional. Travel Requirements

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