Cybersecurity and Privacy, Strategy and Risk Associate

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.

Meaningful work you'll be part of
As an Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Developing cyber risk strategies.
• Identifying cyber risks and developing cyber risk registers.
• Developing and maintaining cyber risk management and reporting frameworks.
• Conducting various cyber risk assessments.
• Developing and delivering comprehensive risk reports to provide detailed insights of the current state of its cyber risks.
• Performing cyber threat modeling and business impact analyses to ensure cyber assets are adequately protected with proper cybersecurity measures and controls.
• Managing cyber risk using GRC platforms.
• Developing KRIs and identifying how to measure and report on KRIs.
• Collaborating with key client business stakeholders to facilitate cyber risk analysis and informed decision-making.
• Ensuring that risk-based management choices align with laws and regulations that are applicable to our clients.

Experiences and skills you'll use to solve
• Technical designations such as CISSP, CRISC, CISA preferred.
• A firm understanding of cyber security frameworks such as those published by leading organizations (e.g. NIST, SANS, ISO etc.). Ability to translate framework to practical advice to clients.
• Good mix of business and technical capabilities, and the ability to communicate on current cyber risk issues to senior executives within the context of their business.
• Being able to design and deliver cyber security strategies, operating models, assessments and reports to meet Canadian, US and global regulatory requirements.
• Ability to identify cyber risk management opportunities with clients and propose solutions that meet the client's needs.
• Clear and articulate written and verbal communication skills along with strong presentation and report writing skills.
• The ability to work on a number of projects, meet deadlines and manage stakeholder expectations.
• PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer.

Why you'll love PwC
We're inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you'll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We're committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.
We're committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.