PQC - Post Quantum Cryptography - Engineering - Senior Associate

PwC • Boston, MA

2d • $77,000 - $202,000

About The Position

As a PQC Engineering - Senior Associate, you will contribute to cloud security work focused on designing, implementing, and elevating security controls across client cloud environments, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. You will analyze complex problems, manage assigned workstreams, build client connections, and mentor junior team members while applying critical thinking, data-driven insights, and professional standards within PwC’s Advisory practice. You will work across cloud service providers to support security protocols, vulnerability testing, risk assessments, threat monitoring, and ongoing improvements to cloud-based systems while deepening your technical skills and understanding of the broader business context.

The role requires at least a bachelor’s degree and three years of experience. Preference is given to candidates with study in fields such as computer science, information security, cybersecurity, engineering, programming, or business administration and management. Travel requirements are up to 40%.

Requirements

• At least a bachelor’s degree.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in cloud security, cyber engineering, or security control delivery.
• Ability to interpret data to shape risk insights and recommendations.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to complex security concepts and controls.
• Ability to anticipate client needs and build meaningful relationships.
• Ability to uphold professional standards and mentor junior team members.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred field of study in one or more of: 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.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud security controls across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments.
• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability reviews, and security testing for cloud platforms and applications.
• Monitor cloud environments for security events, control gaps, and emerging threat patterns.
• Apply security engineering methods to strengthen cloud architecture and deployment practices.
• Analyze complex technical issues and translate findings into clear recommendations for client teams.
• Support remediation planning for identified vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and control weaknesses.
• Document security requirements, technical findings, and implementation steps for client deliverables.
• Collaborate across technical teams to advance cloud security posture and support ongoing transformation efforts.
• Mentor junior team members on cloud security methods, tooling, and engagement delivery.
• Build client relationships by anticipating needs and adapting technical guidance to evolving cloud environments.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Medical benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Personal and family sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior