AWS Security Engineer - Senior Associate

The Opportunity
As an AWS Security Engineer - Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing secure IT systems that support business operations, optimizing performance and minimizing downtime. Within our Infrastructure practice, you will focus on bridging the gap between development, operations, and security to validate secure, consistent, and efficient delivery of software and applications. As a Senior Associate, you will build meaningful client connections, manage and inspire others, and navigate complex situations to grow your personal brand and deepen your technical skills.
In this role at PwC, you will respond effectively to diverse perspectives and needs, using a broad range of tools and methodologies to generate new ideas and solve problems. You will develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is evolving, interpreting data to inform insights and recommendations. Upholding professional and technical standards, you will anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, delivering quality solutions while embracing ambiguity and using these moments as opportunities for growth.
Responsibilities
- Designing and implementing secure IT systems to support business operations and optimize performance
- Integrating development, operations, and security practices to validate consistent and efficient software delivery
- Bridging the gap between development and security teams for seamless application development
- Utilizing AWS CloudFormation and Terraform for infrastructure automation and management
- Conducting vulnerability assessments and implementing security controls to mitigate risks
- Managing security incident tracking and remediation processes to maintain system reliability
- Collaborating with teams to enhance cybersecurity measures using tools like CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks
- Developing and deploying scalable solutions using Jenkins and GitLab for continuous integration and deployment
- Analyzing complex data to inform insights and recommendations for infrastructure improvements
- Upholding professional and technical standards in line with the firm's code of conduct and independence requirements
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree or, in lieu of a degree, demonstrating in addition to the minimum years of experience required for the role, three years of specialized training and/or progressively responsible work experience for each missing year of college is required
- At least 3 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Analytics/Data Science, Artificial Intelligence/Robotics, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics/Statistics
- At least one of the following: AWS Security Specialty, AWS Solutions Architect Professional, or, Industry security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH)
- Demonstrating proficiency in AWS CloudFormation and Terraform
- Demonstrating proficiency in AWS CloudFormation and Terraform
- Utilizing Python for security engineering and incident management
- Managing security infrastructure implementation and troubleshooting
- Excelling in analytical thinking and problem-solving within DevSecOps
- Building meaningful client connections in complex environments
The salary range for this position is: $95,000 - $106,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance-SES
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.
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.
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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines