Senior Associate - Risk & Assurance, German Speaker

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Technology

Specialism

Advisory - Other

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data.

As a cybersecurity generalist at PwC, you will focus on providing comprehensive security solutions and experience across various domains, maintaining the protection of client systems and data. You will apply a broad understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to address diverse security challenges effectively.

Senior Associate Level

As a Senior Associate, you will play a key role in leading parts of technology audit engagements, guiding junior staff, and ensuring high‑quality delivery. You will manage complex workstreams, perform detailed reviews, and communicate audit findings to managers

Key Responsibilities

• Lead components of technology audit, IT risk, and assurance engagements for German and international clients.
• Coordinate with managers to deliver tailored audit programs and ensure timely completion.
• Perform detailed reviews of work prepared by Associates and provide constructive coaching.
• Identify and escalate audit findings, exceptions, and potential modifications to the audit plan as needed
• Act as a liaison between project teams and subject‑matter experts, ensuring alignment and smooth execution
• Contribute to drafting deliverables, reports, and client presentations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, Business IT, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in IT audit, technology assurance, or risk consulting.
• Proven understanding of IT controls, cybersecurity, and risk frameworks.
• Fluency in English is mandatory for client communication.
• German Speaking is a plus
• Strong leadership, project coordination, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Professional certifications (CISA, CISSP, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, etc.)
• Experience managing multi‑country or cross‑functional audit teams.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), and security tools.

Minimum years experience required

Additional application instructions

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, 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, Regulatory Response, Security Architecture {+ 8 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