PwC
Data Risk & Privacy - Data Governance - Knowledge Graph / Data Engineering - Director
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Lead data governance and cybersecurity efforts, set strategic direction, manage risk assessments and audits, drive business growth, mentor teams, and partner with executives to protect sensitive data and develop innovative data privacy and governance solutions.
The Opportunity
As a Data Risk & Privacy - Data Governance - Knowledge Graph / Data Engineering - Director, you will lead efforts to protect organizations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. Within our Cybersecurity practice, you will focus on identifying vulnerabilities, developing secure systems, and providing proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data. As a Director, you will set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making impactful decisions and overseeing multiple projects while maintaining executive-level client relations. You will translate vision into action, inspiring others to follow and driving business growth.
In this role at PwC, you will shape the direction of client engagements and mentor the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion, and a commercial mindset are foundational to our success. You will create a healthy working environment while maximizing client satisfaction, cultivating potential in others, and actively collaborating across the PwC Network. Your work will enable the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets for clients, promoting technological advances and creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
Responsibilities
- Leading the development and implementation of data governance frameworks to protect sensitive information
- Overseeing cybersecurity initiatives to identify vulnerabilities and develop secure systems
- Managing risk assessments and security audits to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of client data
- Driving business growth by identifying market gaps and converting opportunities into successful outcomes
- Promoting technological advancements to create an environment where people and technology thrive together
- Mentoring and guiding teams in strategic planning and execution of cybersecurity strategies
- Collaborating with executive-level clients to shape the direction of engagements and maintain strong relationships
- Developing innovative solutions and structures to drive thought leadership in cybersecurity and data governance
- Confirming compliance with security frameworks and standards to safeguard information assets
- Encouraging creativity and problem-solving by exploring multiple angles and fostering a culture of innovation
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 8 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Project/Technology Management, Science
- Demonstrating proficiency in Azure Data Factory and data architecture development
- Leading cybersecurity governance and information security management initiatives
- Developing innovative data governance strategies and solutions
- Excelling in strategic questioning and systemic thinking for complex problem-solving
- Promoting technological advances in data privacy and security frameworks
- Mentoring teams in cybersecurity and data risk management practices
The salary range for this position is: $155,000 - $410,000. 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 an equal 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.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
As a Data Risk & Privacy - Data Governance - Knowledge Graph / Data Engineering - Director, you will lead efforts to protect organizations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. Within our Cybersecurity practice, you will focus on identifying vulnerabilities, developing secure systems, and providing proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data. As a Director, you will set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making impactful decisions and overseeing multiple projects while maintaining executive-level client relations. You will translate vision into action, inspiring others to follow and driving business growth.
In this role at PwC, you will shape the direction of client engagements and mentor the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion, and a commercial mindset are foundational to our success. You will create a healthy working environment while maximizing client satisfaction, cultivating potential in others, and actively collaborating across the PwC Network. Your work will enable the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets for clients, promoting technological advances and creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
Responsibilities
- Leading the development and implementation of data governance frameworks to protect sensitive information
- Overseeing cybersecurity initiatives to identify vulnerabilities and develop secure systems
- Managing risk assessments and security audits to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of client data
- Driving business growth by identifying market gaps and converting opportunities into successful outcomes
- Promoting technological advancements to create an environment where people and technology thrive together
- Mentoring and guiding teams in strategic planning and execution of cybersecurity strategies
- Collaborating with executive-level clients to shape the direction of engagements and maintain strong relationships
- Developing innovative solutions and structures to drive thought leadership in cybersecurity and data governance
- Confirming compliance with security frameworks and standards to safeguard information assets
- Encouraging creativity and problem-solving by exploring multiple angles and fostering a culture of innovation
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 8 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Project/Technology Management, Science
- Demonstrating proficiency in Azure Data Factory and data architecture development
- Leading cybersecurity governance and information security management initiatives
- Developing innovative data governance strategies and solutions
- Excelling in strategic questioning and systemic thinking for complex problem-solving
- Promoting technological advances in data privacy and security frameworks
- Mentoring teams in cybersecurity and data risk management practices
The salary range for this position is: $155,000 - $410,000. 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 an equal 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.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
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