Cyber Strategy, Risk & Compliance - AI Enabled Cybersecurity - Senior Associate

At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice, and solutions. They help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. In regulatory risk compliance at PwC, you will focus on confirming adherence to regulatory requirements and mitigating risks for clients. You will provide guidance on compliance strategies and help clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn't clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity
As part of the Strategy, Cyber Risk and Compliance team you will contribute to the design and execution of AI-enabled cybersecurity risk and compliance solutions using emerging technologies. As a Senior Associate, you will analyze complex problems, mentor junior team members, and maintain exceptional standards while building and sustaining meaningful client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Foster and maintain sturdy relationships with clients to understand their needs
- Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders for productive collaboration
- Support project delivery that leverages automation and analytics in cybersecurity
- Participate in the evolution of the firm's strategic initiatives in cyber-AI services
- Mentor team members to enhance their skills and professional growth
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3 years of experience with AI and/or data analytics
What Sets You Apart
- Preferred Field(s) of study: Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, or Data Processing/Analytics/Science
- Certification(s) Preferred: Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Information Security Manager (CISM), or ISACA in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
- Designing and developing cybersecurity and risk programs
- Navigating complex scenarios to provide solutions
- Enhancing personal brand and technical proficiency
- Supporting or leading AI-driven cyber or regulatory projects
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.
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