Internal Firm Services Global | Threat Response Analyst | Senior Associate

At PwC Australia, our Threat Management team is expanding and we’re looking for a Threat Response Senior Associate to join our vast community of solvers As a Threat Response Senior Associate, you will have a solid background in cyber security incident response, forensic analysis and understand the tools, techniques and procedures cyber adversaries use to exploit their victims. You can apply your high level technical, coordination and communication skills to identify, analyse, prioritise and remediate cyber incidents, as well as being adaptable within a dynamic environment to actively defend the network. The Threat Management Team brings our purpose to life by developing strategies to contain the incident and recover operations effectively. We deliver the full spectrum of end-to-end incident response activities (triage, root cause analysis, escalations, notifications, communication, etc.), as well as developing strategies to contain the incident and recover operations effectively. Why PwC? At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health—giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You’ll work with leading teams, explore new technologies, and unlock your full potential. Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we’re building trust and shaping the future. What you’ll do:

• Coordinating cyber incident response activities, involving multiple teams in support of local, regional and global cyber security operations.
• Providing technical analysis, remediation and reporting for cyber incidents.
• Developing and sharing tradecraft to improve the effectiveness of detection and response capabilities.
• Partnering with local, regional and global stakeholders to prepare for, and respond to, cyber incidents.
• Contributing to cyber security operations through support for security investigations and/or vulnerability analysis and management.

What we’re looking for:

• Detailed knowledge of Cyber Security and Threat Response processes.
• Strong comprehension of cyber technologies, malware and emerging threats.
• Understanding of security operations technologies.
• Experience working in a complex, matrix organizations.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders across functional and technical skill sets.

Essential Skills:

• Teamwork, through effective contributions to all types of work teams (functional, cross-functional and self-directed)
• Well-developed written and verbal communications, and ability to productively interact across organisation levels and functions.
• Problem solving, within the context of complex cyber incidents, analysis and tradecraft
• Quality focus and technical proficiency for cyber intrusion analysis, remediation and reporting
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders - across a wide range of organisational functions, local and globally.
• Perseverance and motivation, to drive dynamic and complex cyber security operations, and develop innovative detection and analysis tradecraft

Desired Certifications : (Certifications aren’t a prerequisite however are well regarded)

• GIAC relevant certification or equivalent; Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA); Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE); Certified Incident Handler (GCIH); Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
• SIEM vendor relevant certification
• Cloud security vendor relevant certification

What you’ll gain:

• The opportunity to work with leading organisations and cutting-edge technology that challenge and expand your expertise.
• Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work—balancing what’s best for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together.
• Clear paths for career progression supported by continuous learning and leadership development.
• Generous leave entitlements including four weeks’ annual leave and float public holidays to support your work-life balance.
• A world-class parental leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of leave for caregivers, supporting your family and personal life.

We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here. Ready to grow here and go further? Join PwC Australia as a Threat Response Analyst and make an impact that goes beyond the expected. Apply now and take your next step with a team shaping the future. We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic. We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role.  No agencies please: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We are only accepting applications direct from individuals. 611054WD