Senior Cybersecurity Generalist

PwC

. Support cybersecurity engagements with PwC and client teams to meet agreed scope, timelines, and outcomes .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaSenior💰 CA$84,700 - CA$134,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity strategy and risk management, with a focus on data protection, identity and access management, and compliance. Proven ability to build client relationships, communicate effectively, and deliver high-quality project outcomes.

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Cybersecurity StrategyGovernance, Risk And ComplianceMicrosoft 365Secret ClearanceClient Service

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Hard Skills

Risk AnalysisControl TestingVulnerability ManagementIncident ResponseData ProtectionCloud SecurityNetwork SecurityApplication SecurityThird-Party RiskAI-Related Security

Soft Skills

TeamworkStakeholder ManagementClear CommunicationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft AzureEntra IDMicrosoft DefenderMicrosoft SentinelMicrosoft Purview

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCISAITIL

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesTelecomPowerTechnologyRetailISTG 33NIST CSFOSFI B-13

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support cybersecurity engagements with PwC and client teams to meet agreed scope, timelines, and outcomes
Contribute to security assessments, control testing, and risk analysis
Turn findings into practical recommendations and client-ready deliverables
Collaborate with specialists across data protection, identity and access management, cloud and network security, vulnerability management, and incident response
Build trusted client relationships and communicate project progress
Flag risks, delays, and scope changes early
Track project hours, costs, and milestones
Maintain delivery quality and share lessons learned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong client service, teamwork, and stakeholder-management skills
Clear written, verbal, and presentation skills
Broad understanding of cybersecurity strategy and risk, including data protection, identity and access management, application, network and cloud security, vulnerability management, business resilience, third-party risk, and AI-related security considerations
Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Defender, Sentinel, and Purview
Experience in governance, risk and compliance, including security strategies, operating models, policies, control testing, and risk monitoring
Understanding of ISTG 33, NIST CSF, and OSFI B-13
Cybersecurity experience across industries such as financial services, telecom, power, technology, and retail
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or ITIL are desirable
Secret Clearance, as a minimum, is mandatory and a condition of employment
Must review Government of Canada eligibility requirements for Secret Clearance
No work visa sponsorship available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable incentive pay opportunities for eligible employees
Competitive compensation package
Inclusive benefits
Flexibility programs
Continuous development environment
Accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process