PQC (Product Quality Control) Engineering - Senior Associate

PwC•Boston, MA

1d•$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 continuous improvement of cloud-based systems while developing technical skills and understanding the broader business context. The role requires at least a bachelor's degree and three years of experience. Travel may be up to 40%.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Preference for study in one or more of these fields: 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 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 while building meaningful relationships.
Commitment to upholding professional standards and mentoring junior team members.

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.