What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cybersecurity and Data Protection Leader position at PwC?
PwC's Incident and Crisis Management practice within Cybersecurity and Privacy services helps clients develop an effective cybersecurity programme that safeguards against threats.
The role involves ensuring clients have the necessary controls in place to manage access to critical systems and assets during a crisis or active cyber threat. This includes developing controls to stay ahead of crises and maintaining security and information risk through response and remediation.
To succeed, individuals must be authentic and inclusive leaders who can tackle complex client challenges. The PwC Professional framework provides a set of expectations across lines, geographies, and career paths, helping individuals develop the skills needed for success.
This position requires experience with leading Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery standards, familiarity with IT systems and infrastructure, and knowledge of cybersecurity principles. Collaborative problem-solving and communication are essential, as well as the ability to assess business situations within broader social, economic, and political environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Tackling issues at their root causes rather than just symptoms.
- Initiating open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
- Maintaining a big-picture perspective while managing relevant detail.
- Anticipating stakeholder needs and developing potential solutions.
- Developing expertise in one or more areas.
- Navigating global teams and engagements.
- Building trust through open conversation.
- Upholding the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
Requirements and Preferences:
Familiarity with Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery standards across industries;
Experience in completing Business Impact Assessments and understanding their role in the Business Continuity Management Lifecycle;
Understanding of basic Disaster Recovery processes, including policy creation and execution;
General knowledge of IT and its systems, infrastructure, and cybersecurity;
Business continuity technology platform experience preferred;
Demonstrated ability to summarise data into coherent reports and presentations;
Collaborative problem-solving and dynamic observation skills;
Ability to assess business situations within broader contexts;
Able to propose creative solutions and effectively communicate with professional audiences.
