Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Cybersecurity & Privacy

Management Level

Director

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Summary The Opportunity Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands-on learning, cutting-edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day. As a Strategy Risk & Compliance Director, you will play a pivotal role in guiding clients through complex regulatory landscapes, helping them maintain compliance and manage risks effectively. Within our Strategy Consulting practice, you will focus on confirming adherence to regulatory requirements and providing strategic guidance on compliance strategies. Your expertise will be instrumental in enhancing clients' internal controls and navigating regulatory challenges. As a Director, you will set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making impactful decisions and overseeing multiple projects. You will inspire others to follow your vision, driving business growth and shaping client engagements.

Your role is crucial in mentoring the next generation of leaders and maintaining PwC's reputation for quality, integrity, and inclusion. You will cultivate potential in others and actively collaborate across the PwC Network, leveraging collective strengths to maximize client satisfaction. In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will develop new ideas and solutions, promote technological advances, and create an workplace where people and technology thrive together.

You will identify market gaps and convert opportunities into success for the firm, adhering to professional and technical standards while fostering a healthy working environment.

Responsibilities - Leading the development and implementation of compliance strategies to navigate complex regulatory landscapes

- Overseeing risk management initiatives to enhance internal controls and mitigate potential risks for clients




- Providing guidance on regulatory compliance and governance to validate adherence to industry standards
- Managing client relationships and delivering strategic insights to drive business growth and client satisfaction
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote technological advances and innovative solutions
- Conducting compliance audits and assessments to identify gaps and recommend improvements
- Developing and maintaining compliance programs, including training and reporting frameworks
- Analyzing data to support decision-making and improve compliance processes
- Mentoring and coaching team members to cultivate leadership potential and foster a culture of inclusion
- Identifying market opportunities and converting them into successful outcomes for the firm What You Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technology discipline from a leading institution

MBA or Post Graduate Program in Management from a leading institution preferred

Over 16 years of professional experience in cybersecurity consulting, cyber risk management, cybersecurity transformation, cybersecurity engineering, or cybersecurity capability leadership

Significant experience within a leading consulting, professional services, or advisory organization, preferably a Big 4 firm

Demonstrated experience leading large-scale cybersecurity consulting engagements and transformation programs for global clients

Experience delivering cybersecurity engagements including cyber risk assessments, security architecture reviews, cloud and infrastructure security assessments, cyber compliance assessments, regulatory remediation programs, cybersecurity operating model design, governance transformation, security modernization initiatives, and M&A; integration or separation programs

Proven experience building, scaling, and leading large cybersecurity teams and delivery organizations, including workforce planning, hiring, deployment, talent development, and performance management





Experience establishing and growing cybersecurity capabilities across multiple domains, including developing new service offerings, delivery models, methodologies, accelerators, and reusable assets

Experience working closely with executive leadership, including CISOs, CIOs, risk leaders, and other senior stakeholders

Experience managing global delivery models and supporting large-scale cybersecurity engagements across geographies What Sets You Apart

Building and scaling Security Risk & Engineering organizations comprising hundreds of professionals across multiple cybersecurity domains

Leading workforce planning, hiring, deployment, talent development, and performance management initiatives

Establishing and maturing cybersecurity delivery capabilities, operating models, and quality management frameworks

Developing training programs, certification strategies, and leadership development initiatives

Driving delivery excellence through governance, quality assurance, operational management, and continuous improvement

Creating and scaling cybersecurity managed services, transformation programs, and global delivery capabilities

Developing accelerators, methodologies, playbooks, and reusable assets to improve delivery consistency and efficiency

Leading cyber risk management, security architecture, cloud security, infrastructure security, identity and access management, application security, and cyber compliance initiatives

Applying industry frameworks and standards including NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO/IEC 27001, CIS Controls, PCI DSS, SOC, and related regulatory requirements

Managing executive stakeholder relationships across global member firms and client organizations

Leading large-scale cybersecurity transformation, engineering modernization, AI enabled development and capability-building programs

Driving innovation and service development within cybersecurity consulting practices, including AI-enabled cybersecurity solutions and automation initiatives

Demonstrating professional certifications such as CISSP, CRISC, CISM, CCSP, SABSA, TOGAF, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, or equivalent

Experience of working in consulting roles in North America (USA or Canada)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Job Posting End Date

📌 Strategy Risk & Compliance - Director (Bengaluru)
🏢 PwC
📍 Bengaluru