Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Managed Services

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

As a cybersecurity generalist at PwC, you will focus on providing comprehensive security solutions and experience across various domains, maintaining the protection of client systems and data. You will apply a broad understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to address diverse security challenges effectively.

As a Cybersecurity Generalist Senior Associate at PwC, you’ll help our team deliver current client projects. Work alongside experienced colleagues and technical specialists to assess security risks, develop practical recommendations and create high-quality client deliverables. Build your consulting skills while contributing to real cybersecurity challenges. You’ll:

- Support cybersecurity engagements, working with PwC and client teams to meet agreed scope, timelines and outcomes.

- Contribute to security assessments, control testing and risk analysis, turning findings into practical recommendations and client-ready deliverables.

- Collaborate with specialists across data protection, identity and access management, cloud and network security, vulnerability management and incident response.

- Build trusted client relationships, communicate progress clearly and flag risks, delays or scope changes early.

- Help track project hours, costs and milestones, maintain delivery quality and share lessons learned.

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve

- Strong client service, teamwork and stakeholder-management skills, with transparent written, verbal and presentation skills.

- A broad understanding of cybersecurity strategy and risk,



including data protection, identity and access management, application, network and cloud security, vulnerability management, business resilience and third-party risk, with awareness of AI-related security considerations.

- Working knowledge of the Microsoft technology stack—including Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Defender, Sentinel and Purview—to support client security assessments and project delivery.

- Experience in governance, risk and compliance (GRC), including security strategies, operating models, policies, control testing and risk monitoring, using consulting methods and frameworks.

- Understanding of ISTG 33, NIST CSF and OSFI B-13, with experience applying security frameworks and regulatory guidance in a business environment.

- Cybersecurity experience across industries such as financial services, telecom, power, technology and retail.

- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA or ITIL are desirable.

- Secret Clearance, as a minimum, is mandatory for this role and a condition of employment. Before applying, review the Government of Canada eligibility requirements.

- PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer.





Thisposition ensures continuity and upholds our standards of excellence following the departure of a valued team member.

The salary range for this position is $84,700 - $134,700.The posted salary rangerepresentsthe expected hiring range for PwC locations in major citycentres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary isdeterminedby your skills, experience,qualificationsand work location.In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package.

Whyyou’lllove PwC

We’reinspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology,you’llbe a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life.

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations,Métisand Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism,colonialismand oppression that Indige

📌 Cybersecurity Generalist Senior Associate (Calgary)
🏢 PwC
📍 Calgary