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PwC India

IN_Manager_ VAPT _S&G_ Advisory _Chennai

PwC India
India · Full-time · Not Applicable

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

FS X-Sector

Specialism

Risk

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data.

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.

  • 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: In-depth knowledge of application development processes and at least one programming and one scripting language (e.g., Java, Scala, C#, JavaScript, Angular, ReactJs, Ruby, Perl, Python, Shell).
  • Knowledge on OS security (Windows, Unix/Linux systems, Mac OS, VMware), network security and cloud security.


Responsibilities

Preferred Knowledge/Skills:  



Requirement Criteria

  • Graduation in EC or CS or IT or Information Security or Cyber Security or MCA.
  • Working experience as a Penetration Testing Expert for 5 year(s)
  • Hands on experience with security testing frameworks such as the PTES, OWASP, OSSTMM, SANS.
  • In-depth knowledge of application development processes and at least one programming and one scripting language (e.g., Java, Scala, C#, JavaScript, Angular, ReactJs, Ruby, Perl, Python, Shell).
  • Knowledge on OS security (Windows, Unix/Linux systems, Mac OS, VMware), network security and cloud security.
  • Hands on experience in BurpSuite, Nessus, Checkmarx, Acunetix and Kali Linux penetration testing tools etc.
  • Knowledge on Threat Modelling, Source Code Reviews, Secure Architecture Reviews
  • One of the certifications – OSWE/OSCP/OSCE/eJPT/CPENT- ECCouncil /LPT(Licensed Penetration Tester-ECCouncil)/GPEN(GIAC Penetration Tester)/ GWAPT(GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester) is mandatory (preferably OSCP)


High Level Responsibilities

  • Security testing of mobile applications, web applications, APIs etc.
  • Perform SAST, DAST & VAPT with new standards from time to time. Review sufficient security controls are in place as per, but not limited to, client's policy, industry best practice/process and regulatory requirements.
  • Identify the Individual Application security risk portfolio / threats. Gaps identified along with recommendations to be submitted in Customized reports as requested by client.
  • Review of API/middleware/SFTP etc. interfaces between applications.
  • Develop/Review Baseline document for OS/Application Security/ API.
  • Review the security architecture of various applications deployed/to be deployed (including cloud based) and assess risk associated and suggest mitigation & resolution.
  • Evaluation/Security Assessment of open-source applications.
  • Vetting of Network and data flow Diagrams, with respect to security aspect, for new applications, in co-ordination with the vendors and clients.
  • Review application architecture, data flow diagram, network diagram, database configuration, crypto standards.
  • Perform Application threat modeling.
  • Gap assessment of the Cloud applications, solutions, platforms, process to fill the gaps.


Education

  • Minimum Qualification: BE/ BTech/MBA/Mtech/MCA (Non Mechanical)
  • Postgraduates in any stream would be preferred (not mandatory)


Mandatory Skill Sets

"vapt" and ("oscp" or "EJPT" or "OSWE" or "CPENT" or "GPEN" or "GWAPT" or "OSCE") and security and "Penetration Testing" and mobile

Preferred Skill Sets

ISO

Years Of Experience Required

5+ Years

Education Qualification

BE, B.tech, ME, M.tech, MCA, (non mechanical)

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

Captcha, WAPT Pro

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Azure Data Factory, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Framework, Cybersecurity Policy, Cybersecurity Requirements, Cybersecurity Strategy, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Encryption Technologies, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Managed Services, Optimism, Privacy Compliance, Professional Courage {+ 13 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date

Key Skills

Ranked by relevance

cybersecurity cloud penetration testing network security javascript angular reactjs python vmware scala java ruby perl c cyber security kali linux nessus linux owasp oscp
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Posted
Apr 04, 2025
Type
Full-time
Level
Not Applicable
Location
Greater Chennai Area
Company
PwC India

Industries

Business Consulting Services

Categories

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