PwC
CyberDefenceAnalyst
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“Cyber Defence Analyst at PwC. Skills: Cyber Defence, Security Operations Centre (SOC), cyber/technology risk practice, cyber security incidents, identity managed service, security engineering, incident response capabilities. Provide support to the SOC (Security Operations Centre). contribute to the delivery of our cyber/technology risk practice”
Industry & Context.
analytical skills; attention to detail; ability to identify patterns and trends in data to extract useful indicators of compromise
occasional public holidays balanced by time off during weekdays, Minimal travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
written and verbal communication skills, analytical skills, attention to detail, Ability to thrive in fast-paced settings, managing conflicting deadlines and requirements across a range of projects
Nice to Have
Knowledge of Windows system internals, Defender, Active Directory's role within enterprises, EPP/EDR products such as Sentinel, CrowdStrike, Palo-Alto or similar, identity products such as SailPoint, CyberArk or similar, scripting languages like Python, Perl, or PowerShell for process automation and data analysis
What You'll Do.
Provide support to the SOC (Security Operations Centre)
contribute to the delivery of our cyber/technology risk practice
partnering with some of NZ’s largest organisations
delivering engagements to a high standard
and ultimately help shape
our response framework for globally scalable cyber defence
Provide technical guidance to client organisations to correctly gather relevant data
analyse and respond to cyber security incidents
Collaborate with project teams to ensure security considerations are integrated into design and processes
ensuring compliance with best practices
Opportunity to develop identity managed service skillset
Monitor and analyse security events and identify trends
and potential threats
Support security engineering efforts by implementing and maintaining effective controls
Participate in crisis simulation exercises to test incident response capabilities
Research and stay current on the latest trends
and technology developments
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work with cross-functional teams to provide business-focused solutions; Collaborate with project teams to ensure security considerations are integrated into design and processes
Communication Scope
written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to translate technical understanding into well-thought-out advice for client organisations
Process & Methodology
managing conflicting deadlines and requirements across a range of projects
Full Job Description
**Management Level** Associate **Job Description & Summary** Kia ora, At PwC, our purpose is clear: to build trust in society and solve important problems. Join our diverse whānau of experts and be supported with coaching, flexibility, and a culture where you truly belong. Here, you’ll work with world-leading technology - including A.I. - bringing your people-focussed skills and experience to deliver outcomes that matter. This is a place to keep growing. You’ll learn from the best, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting impact for our clients, our communities, and Aotearoa. **Ngā Kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role** The scale and complexity of Cyber-attacks is increasing every day and businesses need a trusted ally to steer them through this challenging landscape. As a Cyber Defence Analyst, you'll be an essential part of our Managed Cyber Defence team who bring together advanced technology, data and expertise to help safeguard client organisations New Zealand wide, working on projects that redefine the future of security. Based in the vibrant cities of Auckland or Wellington, you'll start with in-person training, followed by the flexibility to work remotely, allowing you to contribute to complex digital ecosystems. The role involves occasional public holidays balanced by time off during weekdays. Minimal travel means you can concentrate on honing your skills effectively. _Key responsibilities of this role will be supported with ongoing training:_ * Provide support to the SOC (Security Operations Centre) and contribute to the delivery of our cyber/technology risk practice, partnering with some of NZ’s largest organisations and delivering engagements to a high standard. * Work within, and ultimately help shape, our response framework for globally scalable cyber defence. * Provide technical guidance to client organisations to correctly gather relevant data, analyse and respond to cyber security incidents. * Collaborate with project teams to ensure sec
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