Cyber Security Consultant

About the role

PwC Digital Services is seeking a Cyber Security Consultant to join its Cyber Security & Privacy team in Malta. You will support a wide range of cyber services for local and international clients, gaining exposure to governance, risk and compliance, offensive security, security engineering and cyber operations.

Key responsibilities

• Support GRC engagements, develop and review security policies, conduct cyber risk and maturity assessments, and assist clients with ISO 27001, DORA and NIS2 compliance.
• Deliver offensive security engagements, including vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, social engineering exercises and red‑team assessments.
• Implement and configure security solutions, improve security technologies and strengthen operational controls.
• Prepare clear, high‑quality reports that translate technical findings into business‑friendly recommendations.
• Maintain the team’s lab environment, managing IT infrastructure, orchestration and automation using programming and scripting languages.
• Research, propose and implement new tools and methods to enhance service delivery.
• Identify opportunities to improve methodologies and keep documentation up to date.

Required profile

• A degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Security or a related discipline.
• Strong interest in obtaining industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, OSCP or similar.

Required skills

• Knowledge of ISO 27001, DORA and NIS2 frameworks.
• Experience with vulnerability assessments, penetration testing and red‑team engagements.
• Ability to implement and configure security solutions.
• Proficiency in programming or scripting languages for automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).