Data Validation Risk Director

. Lead data validation risk initiatives across client engagements and shape strategic direction for data analysis workstreams .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $155,000 - $410,000 per yearWebsite

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureGoogle Cloud PlatformPythonSQL

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead data validation risk initiatives across client engagements and shape strategic direction for data analysis workstreams
Drive business growth by identifying opportunities to apply data quality, data integrity, and risk analysis capabilities to client needs
Oversee complex data validation efforts, including data collection, preprocessing, modeling, and statistical analysis
Translate analytical findings into clear recommendations supporting business decisions and addressing control gaps
Develop and refine data quality improvement plans and validation methods for large-scale data environments
Manage executive-level client relationships and align delivery approaches with risk and regulatory objectives
Mentor emerging leaders and build team capability in analytical thinking, data governance, and report preparation
Apply SQL-based data tools, statistical analysis software, and AI-enabled analytics to improve delivery
Promote innovation in data analysis processes and advance practical uses of analytics across the broader network
Validate adherence to professional standards, independence requirements, and the firm's code of conduct

What you’ll need

At least a Bachelor's degree
At least 9 years of experience
Preference for Accounting, Engineering, Data Processing, Computer Science, Economics, or Finance
Certification in Databricks, MS SQL, Power BI, AWS, Azure, GCP, Python, or SAS
Demonstrating data validation leadership across complex client engagements
Driving strategic decision making through data quality insights
Developing data models, controls, and validation routines for risk programs
Translating technical findings into executive-ready recommendations
Up to 60% travel
Must not require, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth in PwC's policy

Comp & perks