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.

Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team’s success. During your time at the Firm, you start to establish your personal brand, paving the way to more opportunities.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
• Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
• Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
• Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.
• Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
• Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
• Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As a Cybersecurity Consulting Intern, you will engage in a dynamic environment where you will support teams in delivering cybersecurity solutions to clients. You will participate in projects that involve security reviews, vulnerability assessments, and the implementation of security controls, gaining exposure to the methodologies and practices that drive successful cybersecurity strategies. As an Intern, you will focus on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices, supporting teams with basic tasks, and observing professional work environments. You will have the opportunity to apply a learning mindset, take ownership of your development, and appreciate diverse perspectives while contributing to the team's success.

In this role at PwC, you will be part of a collaborative team that values adaptability and continuous improvement. You will be encouraged to actively listen, ask questions, and express ideas clearly, contributing to the development of cybersecurity policies and strategies. Your role will involve gathering information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns, helping to build commercial awareness and understanding of how the business operates. This is an opportunity to establish your personal brand and pave the way for future opportunities in the cybersecurity field.

Responsibilities

- Supporting cybersecurity teams in conducting vulnerability assessments and security reviews
- Participating in the design and implementation of security architecture and controls
- Assisting in the development and management of cybersecurity policies and strategies
- Collaborating with teams to monitor security incidents and manage responses effectively
- Engaging in the application of encryption technologies to safeguard sensitive information
- Contributing to privacy compliance efforts by understanding regulatory requirements
- Utilizing Agile methodology to enhance project management and team collaboration
- Observing and learning from client support interactions to gain exposure to cybersecurity practices
- Gathering information to analyze security threats and discern patterns for proactive measures
- Developing a learning mindset to take ownership of personal development and growth

What You Must Have

- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
- Client service intern positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application. Winter internships typically occur during the spring semester preceding the student's final year of school Summer internships typically take place during the summer preceding the student's final year of school

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for one of the following fields of study: Analytics, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Business Application Programming, Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Information CyberSecurity, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Statistics, Risk Management, Systems Engineering
- Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
- Demonstrating knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and strategies
- Participating in vulnerability assessments and security incident management
- Utilizing encryption technologies and privacy compliance measures
- Supporting teams with security architecture and compliance management
- Applying Agile methodology in cybersecurity projects
-Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.  At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.



The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance