Application Security Engineer Sr Associate

PwC•Tampa, FL

9d•$77,000 - $202,000

About The Position

As an Application Security Engineer Sr Associate, you will design, implement, and elevate security controls across client cloud environments, covering IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, within PwC’s Advisory practice. The role focuses on identifying vulnerabilities, conducting risk assessments and vulnerability testing, and working with one or more Cloud Service Providers to monitor for security issues and respond to evolving cloud threats. You will manage assigned workstreams, analyze complex issues, use critical thinking to explain technical concepts, build client connections, and guide junior team members. You will interpret data to develop insights and recommendations while maintaining professional and technical standards aligned with engagement objectives. You will apply cloud security knowledge to shape secure system design, support protective protocols, and review cloud-based environments. The work involves using a range of tools, methodologies, and techniques to solve problems, communicate across teams, and adapt to changing client needs and security conditions. Travel may be required up to 40%.

Requirements

At least a bachelor's degree.
At least 3 years of experience.

Nice To Haves

Preference for study in Business Administration/Management, Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Computer Systems Analysis, Information CyberSecurity, Information Security, Information Technology, or Management Information Systems.
Experience demonstrating application security testing across cloud environments and web applications.
Ability to apply vulnerability assessment methods to identify configuration gaps and control weaknesses.
Ability to interpret security findings into clear, client-focused recommendations and next steps.
Knowledge of cloud security, infrastructure, and identity concepts to support delivery work.
Ability to collaborate across teams while anticipating client needs and shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

Design and implement application security controls across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments.
Assess cloud architectures to identify vulnerabilities, configuration gaps, and identity and access risks.
Conduct security reviews, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing for cloud-based applications and platforms.
Monitor cloud security events and investigate suspicious activity to support incident response efforts.
Develop security requirements for cloud deployments and validate alignment with control frameworks and client needs.
Collaborate with client teams to translate technical findings into practical remediation actions and secure design recommendations.
Interpret risk data and technical evidence to inform prioritized recommendations and delivery workstreams.
Support junior team members by reviewing deliverables, sharing cloud security methods, and reinforcing technical standards.