Cybersecurity Senior Manager at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) helps organisations and individuals create the value they’re looking for. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 184,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Find out more by visiting us at www.pwc.com. In Africa we're the largest provider of professional services with close to 450 partners and over 8,500 people in 32 countries. This means that we’re able to provide our clients with seamless and consistent service, wherever they're located on the continent. Our in-depth knowledge and understanding of African operating environments enables us to put ourselves in our clients' shoes to offer tailored Tax, Assurance and Advisory solutions for every business challenge. Realising the appeal of the continent as an investment destination, our dedicated Africa Desk provides assistance to organisations looking to expand their presence in Africa. We’re one of the leading professional services firms in Nigeria with offices in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, over 700 staff and 22 resident partners. We are committed to serving as a force for integrity, good sense and wise solutions to the problems facing businesses and the capital markets. We are guided by one promise - to do what is right, be it with our people, clients, community, or environment. Our clients range from the biggest, most complex global establishments to smaller, newer businesses both privately owned and those in the public domain. Our Audit & Assurance, Consulting, Deals, and Tax services meet the needs and requirements of each client, irrespective of size or location.

Job Description & Summary

As a Cybersecurity Senior Manager at PwC, you will play a critical role in advising and guiding clients in addressing their cybersecurity challenges and ensuring the protection of their digital assets.
You will work with a team of professionals to design, implement, and manage cybersecurity solutions and strategies that align with our clients' business objectives.
Successful candidates will be responsible for applying relevant approaches and related tools and methodologies in the design, conduct, and management of Cyber engagements while providing leadership and/or support to team members.
The candidate would also be involved in business development activities, contributing to the growth and success of the cybersecurity practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy:
  • Support in developing an overarching business strategy and go-to market approach for the Cybersecurity business.
  • Develop roadmaps, implement action plans and monitor/report on progress periodically. 
  • Collaborate with other teams (within the country and outside) and Alliance partners for a holistic Cyber services to the client
• Client Engagement:
  • Develop and foster relationships with existing and new clients. 
  • Serve as a trusted advisor, understanding client cybersecurity needs.
  • Collaborate to assess and tailor cybersecurity solutions.
  • Lead and drive client opportunities to closure working with both global and local teams.
• Project Management:
  • Oversee concurrent projects, ensuring timely, budget-compliant delivery.
  • Develop project plans, allocate resources, and track progress.

• Cyber Consultation Services

• Cybersecurity Strategy:
  • Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies.
  • Cover threat detection, incident response, risk management, and compliance.
• Security Assessments and Audits:
  • Advanced investigations of potential automated and human threats, analyzing complex patterns and behaviors, and developing actionable insights to enhance our security posture. Leverage emerging technologies where applicable.
  • Conduct security and vulnerability assessments and compliance audits.
  • Identify and remediate security issues and compliance gaps.
  • Perform NDPR compliance assessments and support clients in remediation. 
• Incident Response:
  • Lead or support cybersecurity incident response efforts.
  • Develop response plans and perform post-incident analysis.
• Security Awareness:
  • Drive cybersecurity awareness and best practices within client organizations.
  • Provide security training and guidance to employees.
• Team Management:
  • Supervise and mentor junior cybersecurity professionals.
  • Cultivate a collaborative, innovative team culture.
• Research and Development:
  • Stay updated on cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies
  • Represent the firm on local and global platforms on Cybersecurity
  • Contribute to organizational thought leadership and knowledge sharing

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001 LA/LI) are a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in cybersecurity, including a background in areas such as network security, application security, risk management, or compliance.
• Strong business development and Sales experience with closing long term, complex opportunities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and build relationships with clients.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, tools, and best practices.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to problem-solving in a dynamic and ever-changing cybersecurity landscape.
• Legal authorization to work in the specified location
• Prior experience in a consulting firm would be an added advantage.

Technical Requirements:

• Mastery of Diverse Operating Systems: Proficiency in navigating and managing a range of operating systems, with a focus on Windows, Linux, and Unix, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of various client environments.
• Hands-On Cybersecurity Testing: Demonstrated expertise in conducting Vulnerability Assessments and Penetration Tests to identify and mitigate potential security risks, in alignment with PwC's commitment to safeguarding client data and assets.
• Compliance and Standards Implementation: Familiarity with implementing industry-leading security standards and practices, such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and ISO 22301, is essential for ensuring regulatory compliance and adhering to PwC's commitment to excellence.
• Security Vulnerability Expertise: An in-depth understanding of security vulnerabilities within common operating systems, network devices, and web applications is vital for facilitating robust security solutions and prompt remediation.
• Network and Systems Proficiency: Proficiency in creating and interpreting information systems and networking diagrams is essential for effective communication and collaboration with PwC's technical teams and clients.
• Security Assessment Tool Knowledge: A practical knowledge of security assessment tools, alongside their effective utilization, is pivotal for identifying and mitigating security threats while aligning with PwC's advanced cybersecurity practices.
• Security Strategy and Transformation: Previous experience with Security architecture and Cyber strategy and transformation is highly valuable, aligning with PwC's comprehensive approach to cybersecurity solutions.
• Advanced MS Office Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is necessary for crafting effective reports, recommendations, and communication.
• Project Management Expertise: A solid grasp of project management methodologies is crucial for the efficient execution of cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Cognate Experience: Practical experience in one or more of the following areas, including vulnerability assessment and penetration testing, implementation of security standards, security operations, network monitoring, incident response, incident investigation, email security, security analytics, and deployment or management of security tools such as SIEM, NAC, DAM, WAF, NGFW, UTM, etc., is highly advantageous

Leadership / Behavioral Capabilities

• Living our Purpose – Acts as a role model, embracing and living our purpose and values, and recognizing others for the impact they make.
• Influence – Influences clients, teams, and individuals positively, leading by example and establishing confident relationships with increasingly senior people.
• Performance drive – Delivers exceptional client service; maximizes results and drives high performance from people while fostering collaboration across businesses and borders.
• Business Development – Ability to drive services in the marketing and meet client/market demands.
• Strategic direction – Understands key objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns people to objectives and sets priorities and direction.
• Talent development – Develops high-performing people and teams through challenging and meaningful opportunities.
• Competitive Edge – Applies deep knowledge of disruptive trends and competitor activity to drive continuous improvement.
• Inspirational Leadership – Establishes a strong leadership brand and inspires followership through passion, integrity, and appreciation of others.

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