Cloud Security SecOps Specialist
First seen by Alion on Oct 28, 2026. PwC scores C on the Alion truth index.
Line of Service
Internal Firm ServicesIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
IFS - Internal Firm Services - OtherManagement Level
Senior AssociateJob Description & Summary
At PwC our people in managed services focus on a variety of outsourced solutions and support clients across numerous functions. These individuals help organisations streamline their operations reduce costs and improve efficiency by managing key processes and functions on their behalf. They are skilled in project management technology and process optimization to deliver high-quality services to clients.Those in managed service management and strategy at PwC will focus on transitioning and running services along with managing delivery teams programmes commercials performance and delivery risk. Your work will involve the process of continuous improvement and optimising of the managed services process tools and services.
This role is ideal for candidates experience in cloud security who are passionate about safeguarding cloud-based environments and applications. The successful candidate will assist in implementing managing and optimizing cloud security solutions focusing on tools such as Microsoft 365 Security Google Security & Identity platforms.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Daily tasks and delivery expectation
Monitor analyze and respond to security alerts across multi-cloud platforms (Azure AWS GCP) using tools such as Microsoft Defender Sentinel and Google Security Command Center.
Support identity and access management (IAM) implementation including Zero Trust and Identity Governance practices for regulated sectors.
Collaborate with PwCs Managed Cyber Defense and SOC teams on incident response and threat remediation activities.
Assist in developing and enforcing cloud security policies aligned with regional frameworks (NCA ECC/CCC SAMA CSF UAE ISR).
Contribute to configuration and deployment of cloud-native security controls aligned with CIS NIST and ISO 27001 standards.
Prepare technical and client-facing reports dashboards and recommendations to improve cloud security posture.
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate security-by-design into client cloud transformation initiatives.
Expected Skills:
Specific learned abilities or technical skills
Hands-on experience with cloud security tools particularly:
Microsoft 365 Security Suite including Defender for Identity Advanced Threat Protection and Compliance tools.
Google Security including Googles Chronicle Detection Language (YARA-L and UDM Query Language).
Understanding of cloud environments and technologies such as Azure AD Google Workspace and Microsoft 365.
Familiarity with security frameworks like ISO 27017 NCA CIS Benchmarks and NIST.
Basic knowledge of incident response processes and risk management in cloud environments.
Awareness of Zero Trust DevSecOps and automation in cloud environments.
Foundational understanding of network security and secure configurations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical findings to diverse audiences.
Eagerness to learn and adapt to new cloud security technologies and frameworks.
Expected Competencies:
Values behaviors & attitude
Leadership
Strategic mindset
Stakeholder management
Ability to influence
Communicate with impact
Project management
Results driven
Drive organizational excellence
Required Language Skills:
Proficient in written and spoken English. Arabic is a plus
Minimum Education and Specific Qualification:
Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Information Technology or a related field.
Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Security Compliance and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900) or Google Cloud Associate Engineer (preferred).
Knowledge or awareness of NCA CCC/CCSP SAMA CSF or UAE ISR frameworks is advantageous.
Minimum years experience required
- 5-7 years of experience in cloud security or a related cybersecurity role.
Additional application instructions
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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 Analytical Thinking Automation Automation Framework Design and Development Automation Solutions Budgetary Management Business Process Automation (BPA) Business Process Improvement Business Process Outsourcing Business Transformation Communication Continuous Process Improvement Creativity Data Quality Automation Deliverable Planning Delivery Excellence Design Automation Digital Transformation Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy Inclusion Intellectual Curiosity 24 moreDesired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship
Government Clearance Required
Job Posting End Date
Required Experience:
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