PWC

Manager-PAM and Entra

PWC$112K — $162K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on PAM and Microsoft Entra technologies.
  • Expertise in CyberArk, HashiCorp Vault, and Microsoft Entra solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of Windows, Linux, and database systems.
  • Hands-on experience with scripting and automation tools like PowerShell and Python.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks such as Zero Trust and agile methodologies.
  • Strong business development acumen with CRM experience.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver projects tailored to Privileged Access Management and Microsoft Entra.
  • Manage engagement efforts, including planning and resource allocation.
  • Drive business development through lead generation and proposal management.
  • Contribute to practice development by enhancing delivery methodologies and training.
  • Engage in continuous personal professional development in PAM and technology trends.
  • Handle multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Mentor junior team members within the cybersecurity consulting practice.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive total rewards package including variable incentive pay programs.
  • Personal and professional development opportunities, including training and certifications.
  • Exposure to diverse cybersecurity projects and methodologies.
  • Collaborative work culture promoting knowledge sharing and mentorship.
Full Job Description
Line of Service
Advisory

Industry/Sector
Not Applicable

Specialism
Cybersecurity & Privacy

Management Level
Manager

Job Description & Summary
As a Manager-PAM and Entra, unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomes that'll elevate your career. Your role will include, but isn't limited to:

  • Project delivery, as required by the scope of specific engagements, which might include the full gamut of Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Microsoft Entra knowledge areas, solutions, and products, such as CyberArk Privilege Cloud/Self-Hosted, HashiCorp Vault, Microsoft Entra Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Entra ID Governance, and Entra Permissions Management.
  • Engagement management, including project planning, budget management, and resource management.
  • Business development activities throughout the entire opportunity lifecycle, including lead generation, opportunity tracking, pre-sales presentations, technical demos, client & engagement risk assessments, bid management, proposal writing, and contract management.
  • Practice development, including work on delivery methodology, training, and sales & marketing materials.
  • Personal professional development as a Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Microsoft Entra subject-matter specialist, including continuous vendor and industry training (e.g., CyberArk, Microsoft, Delinea, BeyondTrust, HashiCorp), attending conferences, and specific products & solutions self-study.
  • Multi-tasking on multiple projects and tasks with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Working with other Cybersecurity & Privacy teams on non-PAM/Entra projects as required.
  • Helping new and/or more junior team members to become an integral part of the PAM & Microsoft Entra team, Cybersecurity & Privacy Consulting practice, and PwC family.


What You'll Bring

Your skills, knowledge, and experiences are what set you apart. Here's what we look for:

  • An interest in upskilling for a digital world and technology trends, an openness to learning new IAM tools and adapting how you work.
  • Expertise in one or more of the following PAM and Microsoft Entra standards/technologies: Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Entra Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Entra ID Governance, Entra Permissions Management, Conditional Access, CyberArk (Privilege Cloud, Self-Hosted Vault, PSM/PSMP/SIA, Secrets Manager), Delinea, BeyondTrust, HashiCorp Vault, etc.
  • Practical knowledge of Windows, Linux and Databases (system administration, scripting, privileged account/session discovery and onboarding, credential rotation, etc.)
  • Deep familiarity with Microsoft Entra and the Azure cloud platform (Entra ID, Entra PIM, Entra ID Governance, Entra Permissions Management, Conditional Access), with working knowledge of AWS and GCP identity/privileged access constructs
  • Hands-on scripting and automation experience (PowerShell, Python, Microsoft Graph API) for identity and privileged access workflows
  • Knowledge of security-by-design and privacy-by-design concepts, including Zero Trust and least-privilege architecture principles
  • Business development - structured formal opportunity pursuit framework, CRM management of accounts, contacts, leads, and opportunities, responding to RFx, writing SOWs
  • Vendor/partner management - managing NDAs, joint business relationships, engaging independent contractors and delivery/implementation partners
  • Overall PMLC and SDLC, including Secure SDLC, Waterfall SDLC, Agile, Scrum, etc.
  • Resource forecasting and actuals reconciliation
  • PMO and PM CoE processes, program/portfolio management
  • Scope/budget/schedule management (with PM tools such as Microsoft Project)
  • Relevant certifications are strongly preferred, such as: Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300), Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900), Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100), CyberArk Certified Delivery Engineer (CDE)/Defender/Sentry/Guardian, Delinea/BeyondTrust product certifications, HashiCorp Certified: Vault Associate, CISSP, CISM


This position ensures continuity and upholds our standards of excellence following the departure of a valued team member.

The salary range for this position is $112,400 - $162,400. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Azure Data Factory, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Framework, Cybersecurity Policy, Cybersecurity Requirements, Cybersecurity Strategy, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Encryption Technologies, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Managed Services, Optimism, Privacy Compliance, Professional Courage {+ 13 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements
Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No

Government Clearance Required?
No

Job Posting End Date

About PWC

PwC is a multinational professional services network of firms headquartered in London, United Kingdom, operating as partnerships under the PwC brand. PwC ranks as the second-largest professional services network in the world and is considered one of the Big Four accounting firms, along with Deloitte, EY and KPMG. PwC firms operate in 157 countries, 742 locations, with 276,000 people. As of 2020, 26% of the workforce worked in the Americas, 26% in Asia, 32% in Western Europe, 5% in Middle East and Africa and 11% in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
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1998

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