Role at a glance
- Salary
- Not Disclosed
- Location
- Kuala Lumpur
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
- Education
- Degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Information Systems (BIS), Accounting Information Systems (AIS) or any other related...
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Role Summary
The Associate supports Digital Trust and Cybersecurity engagements by advising clients on technology and cybersecurity risk management. The work includes regulatory and framework assessments, cybersecurity and IT general control audits, and reviews of client environments and controls, with practical recommendations for improvement.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with project teams and clients, take ownership of assigned tasks, and deliver quality outcomes.
- Support engagement management, including work products, timelines, deliverables, and client relationships.
- Understand clients’ environments, business needs, and strategic objectives to keep work and recommendations relevant.
- Research complex topics and benchmark technology and cybersecurity risk practices against industry leaders, tailoring recommendations to...
- Contribute to independent assessments, cybersecurity and IT general control audits, and reviews of client environments and controls.
- Develop technical knowledge and improve presentation and report-writing skills to communicate complex ideas to clients and stakeholders.
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View full postingQualifications
A degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Information Systems (BIS), Accounting Information Systems (AIS), another related discipline, or another degree discipline with an interest in technology and cybersecurity governance, risk and controls. General requirements include familiarity with local technology and cybersecurity regulations and global standards/frameworks such as NIST and ISO; understanding of business and IT processes; strong oral and written English communication, analytical, project management, and time-management skills; and an ability to work effectively with teams and clients and learn in a changing environment.
Required
- Accepting Feedback
- Active Listening
- Auditing
- Auditing Standards
- Audit Internal Controls
- Audit Preparation
- Audit Reporting
- Audit Risk Assessments
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Line of Service
AssuranceIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
Risk ArchitectureManagement Level
AssociateJob Description & Summary
A career in our Digital Trust and Cybersecurity practice, within Risk Services under PwC’s Assurance Line of Service, will provide exciting opportunities to kickstart your career by supporting our engagement teams servicing clients primarily by providing advice and counsel on technology and cybersecurity risk management related subject matters.You will be a key member of projects involving independent assessments against local regulatory requirements and global frameworks, cybersecurity and IT general control audits, and independent reviews of clients' environments and controls to identify areas for improvement - putting forth practical, tailored recommendations grounded in industry best practices.
Responsibilities
As a Digital Trust and Cybersecurity Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Collaborating with the team and client to meet project requirements, taking ownership of assigned tasks and delivering quality outcomes.
Proactively supporting engagement management and maintaining strong client relationships, including oversight of work products, timelines, and deliverables.
Understanding the client's environment, business needs, and strategic objectives to ensure the work done and recommendations put forth to the client remain relevant and fit for purpose.
Applying critical thinking and practicing having a curious mindset - prioritising substance over form to dissect and simplify complex topics.
Researching complex topics and benchmarking technology and cybersecurity risk practices against industry leaders, then tailoring recommendations to fit the client's specific environment and needs.
Continuously enhancing technical knowledge, recognising that the technology and cybersecurity risk landscape is constantly evolving and requires ongoing upskilling.
Continuously developing soft skills such as presentation and report-writing skills - to effectively communicate complex ideas and engage confidently with clients and stakeholders.
General Requirements
Degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Information Systems (BIS), Accounting Information Systems (AIS) or any other related disciplines (We are also keen to consider other degree disciplines who have interest in exploring a career in technology and cybersecurity governance, risk and controls)
Familiarity with the local regulatory landscape related to technology and cybersecurity domains (e.g., BNM, NACSA, Securities Commission, MCMC etc) and global standards / frameworks such as NIST and ISO.
Passionate about emerging digitization trends and technology risk with understanding about business and IT processes
The ability to work effectively in different teams for varying periods of time, building good working relationships with both colleagues and client personnel.
Strong communication skills in both oral and written English.
Strong analytical and project management skills, with the ability to think critically, put forth well-reasoned recommendations, and challenge existing views in light of the client's strategic goals and business environment.
Strong time-management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities/deadlines.
A proactive, self-motivated learner who thrives in a fast-changing technology and regulatory environment.
Willingness to travel for client engagements, as required.
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Auditing, Auditing Standards, Audit Internal Controls, Audit Preparation, Audit Reporting, Audit Risk Assessments, Audit Support, Business Process Improvement, Communication, Compliance and Standards, Compliance Assurance, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Risk Assessment, Compliance Training, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Developing Policies and Guidelines, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Ethics Training, External Audit, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity {+ 21 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Government Clearance Required?
Job Posting End Date
About the company
PwC
Large Enterprise
PwC, or PricewaterhouseCoopers, is a global leader in professional services, providing a wide range of solutions in audit, tax, and advisory. With a commitment to delivering high-quality services, PwC helps organizations navigate complex business challenges and enhance their operational efficiency. The firm operates in over 157 countries, employing more than 284,000 professionals who leverage their diverse expertise to support clients across various industries. PwC is dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, integrity, and collaboration, making it an attractive workplace for aspiring professionals seeking career development and growth opportunities.