IN-Senior Associate_ Expert Data Scientist_ Citizen Services_ Advisory_ Hyderabad

Line of Service
Advisory

Industry/Sector
GPS X-Sector

Specialism
Operations

Management Level
Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions.

In business analysis at PwC, you will focus on analysing and interpreting data to provide strategic insights and recommendations for improving business performance. Your work will involve strong analytical skills and the ability to effectively communicate findings to stakeholders.


Why PWC

At 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 & Summary: At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 300,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in Assurance, Advisory and Tax services. Within Advisory, PwC has a large team that focus on transformation in Government through Digital inclusion. The open position is for a candidate who desires to work with government clients and bring about a change in society. A successful candidate will be expected to work pro-actively and effectively on multiple client engagements over the period of time and take ownership of the entire project delivery he/she entrusted with.

Responsibilities: · Lead the design, implementation and monitoring of cyber security strategies for government programs and infrastructure. · Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability assessments and threat modeling of existing and planned IT systems. · Coordinate and support the implementation of security controls as per national frameworks such as CERT-In, NISG and DPDP Act and global standards like ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, etc. · Define security architecture requirements and ensure integration with IT systems (cloud/on-prem/hybrid). · Support drafting of cyber security policies, SOPs, compliance guidelines, incident response plans and data protection protocols. · Work with internal IT teams and third-party vendors to ensure compliance with security guidelines. · Perform gap analysis, prepare audit reports and recommend mitigation measures. · Provide expert guidance on emerging threats, vulnerabilities and compliance requirements. · Engage with stakeholders hand other agencies as required. · Monitor and respond to security incidents and support forensic analysis and remediation efforts.

Mandatory skill

sets: · Strong understanding of cyber security governance, risk and compliance (GRC). · Hands-on experience with security assessment tools (Nessus, Qualys, Burp Suite, etc.). · Experience with ISO 27001 implementation, audits and documentation. · Familiarity with firewalls, endpoint protection, SIEM, IAM and DLP solutions. · Proven experience in stakeholder management and working with government clients. · Excellent documentation and presentation skills.

Preferred skill sets: · Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, ISO 27001 LA/LI, CEH, or equivalent. · Exposure to cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP). · Experience in incident response and digital forensics. · Knowledge of data privacy regulations (DPDP, GDPR).

Years of experience required: · 4 to 6 years of experience in cyber security, preferably with exposure to government or large-scale public sector projects.

Education

qualification: · Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent. · Additional qualifications in Cyber Security or Information Security are desirable.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Engineering

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills
Burp Suite

Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Administration, Business Analysis, Business Case Development, Business Data Analytics, Business Process Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Business Process Re-Engineering (BPR), Business Requirements Analysis, Business Systems, Communication, Competitive Analysis, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Feasibility Studies, Functional Specification, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, IT Project Lifecycle, Learning Agility {+ 19 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