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Threat Detection Engineering Senior Associate

Job in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: PwC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-05
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 84700 - 134700 CAD Yearly CAD 84700.00 134700.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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.

The Opportunity:

As a Threat Detection Engineering Senior Associat, unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomes that’ll elevate your career. In threat intelligence and vulnerability management at PwC, you will focus onidentifyingand analyzing potential threats to an organization's security, as well as managing vulnerabilities to prevent cyber-attacks. You will play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive information and enabling the resilience of digital infrastructure.

Your role will include, but isn’t limited to:

  • Conduct research on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and zero-day attacks to develop rule logic 

  • Perform use case coverage assessments and implement new use cases based on MITRE ATT&CK TTPs 

  • Maintain and enhance the SIEM use case library for DRC clients 

  • Lead usecase workshops to tune and optimize client SIEM environments 

  • Test and document use cases before production deployment, ensuring adherence to test procedures 

  • Tune existing use cases based on client feedback or threat investigator recommendations 

  • Create use case design documents and investigation playbooks 

  • Track and action all use case tuning requests in a timely manner

  • Review and update playbooks and documentation periodically for accuracy and relevance 

  • Define and track key risk indicators, performance metrics, and compliance metrics 

  • What You'll Bring:

    Your skills, knowledge, and experiences are what set you apart.

    Here'swhat we look for:

  • Minimum 6 years of experience in Information Technology

  • Minimum 4 years of experience in Information Security

  • Prior experience with SIEM platforms:
    Arc Sight, Splunk, Log Rhythm, Azure Sentinel,Exabeam, Elastic,QRadar,Log Scale

  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, threat intelligence, and SIEM technologies 

  • Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and threat detection methodologies 

  • Knowledge of system development lifecycle, server platforms, networks, and vulnerability assessments 

  • Proficiency in Linux system configuration and networking protocols (TCP, SSL, authentication, OpenSSL, Apache) 

  • Experience with cloud platforms (Google Cloud, Azure, AWS) and Firebase services 

  • Understanding of machine learning foundations and data representation formats (JSON, YAML) 

  • Familiarity with source control tools (Git, TFS) and Dev Ops technologies (Azure Dev Ops, Git Hub CI/CD) 

  • PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer.

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

    The salary range for this position is $84,700 - $134,700. The posted salary rangerepresentsthe expected hiring range for PwC locations in major citycentres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary isdeterminedby your skills, experience,qualificationsand work  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.

    Whyyou’lllove PwC

    We’reinspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology,you’llbe a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and…

    Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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