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Enterprise & Cloud Security - Cloud Security Senior Associate

Posted One Month Ago
Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
77K-202K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
77K-202K Annually
Senior level
Designs and implements security measures across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments. Conducts risk assessments, vulnerability testing, audits, forensic investigations, and incident response. Collaborates with cloud service providers, develops security architectures and frameworks, monitors for breaches, manages cloud resources, and supports compliance. The role also involves client relationship management, solving complex cybersecurity challenges, and advancing cloud security strategies.
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The Opportunity
As a Cloud Security Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our clients' cloud environments by designing and implementing security measures across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms. Your work will involve collaborating with Cloud Service Providers to establish security protocols, monitor for breaches, conduct risk assessments, and stay informed on the latest cloud security trends. Within our Cybersecurity practice, you will be instrumental in identifying vulnerabilities and developing proactive solutions to protect sensitive data.
As a Senior Associate, you will focus on building meaningful client relationships and managing complex situations. You will leverage your skills to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, delivering quality solutions while navigating ambiguity. This role emphasizes personal growth and technical development, encouraging you to ask questions and use challenges as opportunities to enhance your skills.
In this role at PwC, you will be responsible for elevating the security posture of our clients' cloud environments, utilizing your deep technical knowledge to implement security protocols and conduct vulnerability testing. Your contributions will be vital in maintaining professional standards and driving the firm's cybersecurity strategies forward.
Responsibilities
- Designing and implementing security measures across cloud environments, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
- Conducting risk assessments and vulnerability testing to identify potential security threats
- Collaborating with Cloud Service Providers to establish and maintain security protocols
- Monitoring cloud systems for security breaches and responding to incidents effectively
- Staying informed about the latest security threats and trends in cloud technology
- Utilizing analytical thinking to break down complex security challenges and develop solutions
- Managing cloud infrastructure and resources to optimize security and performance
- Developing security architecture and frameworks to support client needs
- Conducting security audits and evaluations to validate compliance with industry standards
- Leading forensic investigations and incident management to resolve security issues promptly
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 3 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Business Administration/Management, Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Computer Systems Analysis, Information CyberSecurity, Information Security, Information Technology, Management Information Systems
- Demonstrating proficiency in Cloud Security Auditing and Security Architecture
- Utilizing Cloud Infrastructure Architecture Design for enhanced security solutions
- Excelling in Cloud Resource Management and Cloud Service Delivery
- Applying analytical thinking to solve complex cybersecurity challenges
- Engaging in AI-Human Collaboration to improve security measures
- Leveraging Cloud Administration skills to optimize security frameworks
The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000. 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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