IN-Associate_VAPT SOC _Managed Services_Advisory_Mumbai

PWC

5 - 10 years

Mumbai

Posted: 05/02/2025

Job Description

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

FS X-Sector

Specialism

Risk

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career within Cybersecurity and Privacy services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients implement an effective cybersecurity programme that protects against threats, propels transformation, and drives growth. As companies pivot toward a digital business model, exponentially more data is generated and shared among organisations, partners and customers. We play an integral role in helping our clients ensure they are protected by developing transformation strategies focused on security, efficiently integrate and manage new or existing technology systems to deliver continuous operational improvements and increase their cybersecurity investment, and detect, respond, and remediate threats.

*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:

  • 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: Master of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

ISO Certification

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Azure Data Factory, Communication, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Framework, Cybersecurity Policy, Cybersecurity Requirements, Cybersecurity Strategy, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Encryption Technologies, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Managed Services, Optimism, Privacy Compliance, Regulatory Response, Security Architecture, Security Compliance Management, Security Control, Security Incident Management, Security Monitoring {+ 3 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

About Company

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is a global professional services firm providing audit, tax, and consulting services. PwC helps organizations manage financial risks, comply with regulations, and improve performance through its expertise in industries like finance, healthcare, and technology.

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