Consulting Director - Cyber Defense

Role Overview 

We are looking for a cybersecurity leader to shape and drive our regional growth. In this role, you will bring together deep technical expertise, commercial acumen and leadership capability to help our clients solve complex security challenges and to grow our cyber practice across the region. 

About the role

• Lead and oversee the Cyber Defense consulting practice across Southeast Asia, developing innovative solutions to protect clients against evolving cyber threats.  

• Maintain and lead strategic alliances with key technology partners including Microsoft, Google, Palo Alto Networks, and other leading cyber defense solution providers to enhance PwC’s security offerings.  

• Drive strategic partnership initiatives with alliances, ensuring successful integration and delivery of joint solutions.  

• Lead revenue growth for the Cyber Defense practice, with a strong focus on expanding Managed Security Services offerings.  

• Develop go-to-market strategies and sales enablement plans to increase adoption of managed cyber defense solutions.  

• Collaborate across GTM practices to identify new business opportunities, build proposals, and drive deal closure  

• Lead large-scale cyber transformation programs for enterprise clients, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.  

• Effectively manage and influence senior stakeholders across large enterprises, including C-suite engagement, to build trusted advisory relationships.  

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on cyber defense strategies and technology solutions.  

• Manage and mentor a team of cyber security professionals, fostering skill development and high-performance culture.  

• Stay abreast of the latest cyber security trends and demonstrate thought leadership in the domain 

About You

• 15+ years of experience in cyber security, with significant exposure to cyber defense and transformation programs.  

• Extensive experience in cyber defense, threat intelligence, and incident response.  

• Proven ability to maintain and lead alliances with key technology vendors such as Google Cloud, Palo Alto Networks, and other cyber defense providers.  

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) security tools, Palo Alto security products, and their integration.  

• Proven leadership skills managing teams, strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth.  

• Experience in Managed Security Services for business development and delivery.  

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships at senior and executive levels within large enterprises.  

• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.  

• Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, GIAC) preferred.