At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls. In digital assurance at PwC, you will focus on providing assurance services over clients' digital environment, including processes and controls, cyber security measures, data and AI systems, and their associated governance, to help organisations and their stakeholders build trust in their technology while complying with relevant regulations.Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.
Skills
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
- Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
- Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
- Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
- Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
- Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
- Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
- Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
- Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
Job Requirements and Preferences
Minimum Degree(s)
- Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Cyber/Information Security, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology or Engineering and/or other relevant degrees
Certification Preferred
- CISA / CPA / CA (Charted Accountant)
- Good to have – ISO 27001/CRISC/CC
- Minimum Years of Experience: 4+ years of relevant experience
Preferred Knowledge/Skills
- Knowledge and understanding of the auditing methodology.
- Understanding of IT general controls and financial reporting concepts.
- Knowledge and understanding of cyber security frameworks, standards, and best practices such as NIST Cybersecurity framework, GDPR, ISO 27001, etc
- Familiarity with Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems and processed would be a plus
- Experience in testing ITGCs in the areas of systems development, change management, computer operations and access to programs and data.
- Hands on experience on auditing IGA tools & cyber maturity assessments
- Have a basic understanding of the technical aspects of information systems, as well as an understanding of IT infrastructure which includes applications, databases, networks and operating systems
- Operating knowledge of cyber security concepts and compliance regulations such as NYDFS
- Knowledge of Operating Systems like Windows, Unix, Linux etc. will help.
- Knowledge of DBs like Oracle, SQL, DB2 etc. will help.
- Experience in performing the walkthrough (Test of design and Operating Effectiveness).
- Experience in testing the key reports ensuring the risks (completeness & accuracy) related to IPE's (Information Produced by Entity) are addressed.
- Strong communication skills
- Depending on the level, can operate independently including managing upwards and downwards. This is inclusive of project management skills.
- Candidates with “Big 4” or equivalent experience would be preferred
