Data Engineer - Cybersecurity Incident Response | Data Engineer
PwC Transaction Services Wirtschaftsprüfung GmbH
Job Summary
As a Data Engineer within the PwC CSIRT team, you will play a critical role in supporting clients during cybersecurity incidents. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve hands-on coordination of recovery and improvement measures, analyzing the root causes of security breaches, and refining incident response processes. You will collaborate closely with the Cyber Defence Center in London to exchange Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and help design interim Security Operation Centers (SOCs) following major incidents. This role is ideal for those who thrive in high-pressure environments and enjoy deep analytical work to resolve complex security issues. The position offers a unique opportunity to work for a leading global consultancy, providing a clear path for professional growth with annual salary increases and a collaborative international network. It is particularly attractive for professionals who want to transition their data engineering skills into the high-stakes field of cyber defense and incident management.
Required Skills
Education
Completed education with a focus on IT and/or Cybersecurity; relevant training and certificates (e.g., SANS) are an advantage.
Experience
- Professional experience in handling and responding to security incidents
- Experience in coordinating recovery and improvement measures after cyber attacks
- Experience in analyzing root causes of security incidents
- Experience in updating and improving incident response processes
Languages
Additional
- Location: Vienna 1220; Full-time, permanent contract; Ability to remain calm and focused in high-stress situations is required.