Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

FS X-Sector

Specialism

Risk

Management Level

Specialist

Job Description & Summary

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.

*Why PWCAt PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. "

Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Security Monitoring Specialist to join our Risk Consulting team. As a Data Security Monitoring Specialist, you will be responsible for continuous monitoring, alert triage, and basic reporting to ensure DSOC operational health. You will work as L1 staff for routine monitoring & reporting of all in-scope technologies and processes. You will work on various types of technologies but not limited to DLP, DAM, CASB, Data Discovery, Data Classification, Encryption, DSPM, Zero Trust solutions, PETs, and more. The ideal candidate should possess strong project management skills, technical expertise in cybersecurity, and a comprehensive understanding of best practices in the field.

Education:
•    Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
Certifications:
•    Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+; SIEM, Microsoft SC-900 (Fundamentals) + KQL basics; Incident handling awareness
Experience:
•    Proven experience (0-3 years) in a similar role, preferably in a consulting environment.
•    Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
•    Experience with DLP, CASB, DAM, Encryption, DSPM, Zero Trust Implementation, Monitoring & Assessment along with data discovery and data classification
•    Working knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST CSF, DPDP Act).
Skills: 
•    Technical: DLP, Data Discovery, UEBA, PETs, DAM, CASB, FIM, Encryption/Masking, SIEM/SOAR. 
•    Leadership: Team building, executive communication. 
•    Regulatory: DPDPA, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI, SOX.
•    Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
•    Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities:

Day to Day Responsibilities:

Monitoring:
Perform 24×7 monitoring of DLP, CASB, DAM, UEBA, FIM, SIEM dashboards; validate alerts and escalate per playbooks.

Alert Triage:
Classify alerts by severity; apply initial containment steps where authorized; escalate to L2/L3 for advanced handling.

Reporting:
Prepare daily operational reports on alerts, SLA adherence, and system health; update shift handover logs.

Tool Health:
Check connectors, ingestion pipelines, and agent status; raise tickets for anomalies or outages.

Compliance Checks:
Ensure monitoring aligns with ITIL, NIST, ISO 27035, and DSOC SOPs; maintain evidence for audits.

Reporting & Dashboards:
Daily: alert volumes, SLA compliance, false positives. 
Weekly: trend analysis and escalation summaries. 
Monthly: consolidated metrics for governance and audits.

Incident Management & Response:
Follow DSOC playbooks for initial containment; escalate promptly; assist in evidence collection and post-incident documentation.

Project & Stakeholder Management:
Support deployment validation and monitoring readiness; coordinate with L2/L3 teams for tuning and improvements.

Additional Responsibilities: 

Research & Thought Leadership:
Stay updated on monitoring best practices; suggest improvements for dashboards and alert workflows.

Travel Requirements
•    Travel to Client locations locally, in addition to travelling domestically and/or internationally for assignments as required.

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Government Clearance Required?

Mandatory skill sets:

•    Technical: DLP, Data Discovery, UEBA, PETs, DAM, CASB, FIM, Encryption/Masking, SIEM/SOAR. 
•    Leadership: Team building, executive communication. 
•    Regulatory: DPDPA, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI, SOX.
•    Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
•    Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Preferred skill sets:

NA

Years of experience required:

0-3 Years

Education qualification:

B.Tech/MCA/MBA with IT background/ Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of Technology, Bachelor of Engineering

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

SoCs

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Azure Data Factory, Communication, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Framework, Cybersecurity Policy, Cybersecurity Requirements, Cybersecurity Strategy, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Encryption Technologies, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Managed Services, Optimism, Privacy Compliance, Regulatory Response, Security Architecture, Security Compliance Management, Security Control, Security Incident Management, Security Monitoring {+ 3 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date