Security Risk & Engineering - Tech and Cyber Risk & Compliance - Senior Associate

PwC US Business Advisory LLP

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NY-New York GA-Atlanta Until 10/5/2026 3+ years exp First posted August 6, 2026 Last posted August 6, 2026
Job description

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Cybersecurity & Privacy

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Security Risk & Engineering - Tech and Cyber Risk & Compliance - Senior Associate, you will focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice and solutions. You will help organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. As a Senior Associate, you will build meaningful client connections and learn how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, grow your personal brand, and deepen your technical skills and awareness of your strengths.

In this role, you will be part of our Cyber, Data & Tech Risk network, working within our Tech and Cyber Risk & Compliance practice. You will provide guidance on compliance strategies and help clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you will be comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, asking questions and using these moments as opportunities to grow. This position offers a chance to develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing, while upholding professional and technical standards.

Responsibilities

- Navigating complex regulatory landscapes to provide compliance guidance and risk mitigation strategies for clients
- Building meaningful client connections to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions
- Utilizing analytical thinking to interpret data and inform insights and recommendations
- Implementing compliance frameworks and conducting compliance risk assessments to enhance internal controls
- Conducting compliance audits and reviews to confirm adherence to regulatory requirements
- Managing cybersecurity risk by applying knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001 Standards and NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Developing and maintaining regulatory compliance programs to address evolving business contexts
- Collaborating with teams to foster creativity and generate new ideas for problem-solving
- Upholding professional and technical standards, including the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements
- Leading compliance training sessions to educate clients on anti-money laundering and financial crime prevention strategies

What You Must Have

- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 3 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

- Demonstrating proficiency in Cybersecurity Risk Management
- Utilizing ISO/IEC 27001 Standards for compliance
- Implementing NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) effectively
- Excelling in Compliance Program Implementation
- Analyzing complex data for informed decision-making
- Navigating ambiguity with critical thinking skills
- Building meaningful client relationships through effective communication

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.  At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

About this role

Summary

Provide compliance guidance, manage cybersecurity risks, and build client relationships.

Job title

Security Risk & Engineering - Tech and Cyber Risk & Compliance - Senior Associate

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

not applicable

Location requirements

NY, GA, IL, DC, MA, TX, CA, WA; remote possible

Salary

$77k–$202k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

cybersecurity risk managementISO/IEC 27001NIST Cybersecurity Frameworkcompliance program implementationdata analysis

Preferred skills

client relationship buildingambiguity navigationcommunication

Specializations

cybersecurityprivacy
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

New York, NY, USA

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Atlanta, GA, USA

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Chicago, IL, USA

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Washington, DC, USA

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Boston, MA, USA

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Dallas, TX, USA

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San Francisco, CA, USA

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Seattle, WA, USA

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Houston, TX, USA

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