IN Senior Associate Cloud Strategy & Governance Advisory Mumbai

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

FS X-Sector

Specialism

Risk

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Associates with ~5-7 years of professional experience to join our dynamic team in the Risk Consulting - Cyber team.

*Why PWC

 

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. "

 

Responsibilities:
1. Lead specific modules or workstreams in cybersecurity engagements.
2. Conduct detailed risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and penetration testing exercises.
3. Implement and review compliance programs aligned with frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, or PCI DSS.
4. Prepare comprehensive client reports, including risk remediation strategies.
5. Mentor and guide associates, ensuring quality deliverables and adherence to timelines.
6. Engage with clients for requirement gathering, project updates, and issue resolution.

Mandatory skill sets:
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with security tools (e.g., SIEM, vulnerability scanners, firewalls).
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).
• Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevSecOps practices.
• Familiarity with threat modeling, incident response, and business continuity planning.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred skill sets:
1.Certifications (Preferred):
2.Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
3.Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
4.Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
5.ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Auditor
6.GIAC Certifications (e.g., GSEC, GCIA, GPEN)
7.Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security Specialty, Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate)

Years of experience required:
    5 to 7 years

Education qualification:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 5–7 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity advisory or operations.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor in Business Administration, Master of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Business Administration

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Cybersecurity, Framework Design, Microsoft Azure, Vulnerability Scanning

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Cloud Security, Communication, Conducting Research, Creativity, Cyber Defense, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Encryption, Inclusion, Information Security, Intellectual Curiosity, Intelligence Analysis, Intelligence Report, Intrusion Detection, Intrusion Detection System (IDS), IT Operations, Learning Agility, Malware Analysis, Malware Detection Tools {+ 16 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date