Cybersecurity Consultant - Graduate

PwC - Global; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC is seeking an Associate in Cybersecurity to manage client data security while addressing diverse challenges. With a focus on learning and development, this role demands strategic thinking and the ability to deliver quality solutions under pressure.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Cybersecurity experience in a consulting capacity.
• Completed BCom/BSc or equivalent degree.
• CompTIA Security + and ISO 27001 certifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assess and analyse security systems and measures.
• Conduct Capability Maturity Assessments - NIST, ISO 27001, etc.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Judgment

Innovative thinking

Resilience

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Education

BCom / BSc degree in Information Systems / Information Technology / Computer Science

Honours / Masters (Advantageous)

CompTIA Security + (Advantageous)

ISO 27001 (Advantageous)

Job description

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

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 patterns.
• Commit 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

• CompTIA Security + (Advantageous)

• ISO 27001 (Advantageous)

Experience required:

1-2 years of Cyber experience in a consulting nature.

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 27001 , 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

• Approache s 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're very 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

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date

July 6, 2025