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PwC IT Services (US) LLC is hiring an Acceleration Center - Core - CDTR - Cyber Defense - Network Senior Associate

About the Role

This role is for a cybersecurity professional committed to strengthening organizational resilience through proactive defense strategies. You'll work to identify vulnerabilities, analyze network traffic, and implement secure architectures grounded in Zero Trust principles. Your contributions will help protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with leading security standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and support modern network security frameworks that align with evolving threat landscapes
  • Manage firewall policies and zero trust controls using platforms such as Cisco, Palo Alto, and Zscaler
  • Monitor and respond to security events using SIEM and SOC tools, contributing to incident detection and resolution
  • Analyze packet captures and firewall logs to detect anomalies and potential intrusions
  • Implement secure access solutions including VPN, SD-WAN, and SASE/SSE technologies
  • Apply network segmentation and least-privilege access models to reduce attack surface
  • Support cloud security initiatives involving IAM, secure networking, and native or third-party tools
  • Contribute to compliance with frameworks such as NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001
  • Develop insights from data to guide security improvements and strategic decisions
  • Collaborate with teams to understand business objectives and align security efforts accordingly

What You Bring

  • Proven experience in network security, including hands-on work with Cisco, Palo Alto, and Zscaler technologies
  • Familiarity with secure connectivity solutions like SD-WAN and remote access architectures
  • Understanding of SIEM/SOC operations, threat detection, and incident response workflows
  • Ability to interpret technical data and translate it into actionable security measures
  • Knowledge of cloud security practices, IAM, and enterprise network monitoring via NOC environments
  • Basic awareness of ICS/SCADA security and relevant regulatory requirements
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous learning
  • Commitment to ethical standards, professional conduct, and maintaining independence

Preferred Background

  • Experience with SASE and SSE platforms, especially Zscaler
  • Exposure to implementing least-privilege access models and network segmentation strategies
Required Skills
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PwC IT Services (US) LLC, a member of the PwC network of firms, provides technology services to other PwC member firms.
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Job Details
Department Cybersecurity & Privacy
Category security
Posted 6 days ago