IN_Manager – Network Security - TMT- Advisory - Gurgaon

Responsibilities

PwC actively works as a management advisor to leading telecommunications and IT market players across the value chain, including fixed, cable and convergent service providers; mobile operators, tower operators telecom regulators, industry bodies etc.  

Our Business Transformation - TMT practice in India focuses on bringing together our Indian and global network resources around our clients’ needs, creating teams to help respond to challenges around almost every dimension of their business. Our clients are majorly spread across India, Middle East, Africa, South East Asia and US. 

PwC India’s TMT Consulting practice is seeking a Telco Network Security Consultant specializing in telecom-grade security & trust. The role focuses on securing 4G/5G/O-RAN, core and RAN domains, telco cloud and virtualized environments, and emerging service layers (IoT, edge, AI) through end-to-end Security & Trust frameworks. The candidate will assess vulnerabilities, benchmark global best practices, advise on policy and regulatory safeguards (e.g., lawful interception, data protection, supply chain integrity), and drive implementation roadmaps for operators, OEMs, data center and cloud providers, and regulators across India and global markets. Prior experience critiquing telecom standards (e.g., 3GPP, ORAN) from a security perspective and aligning recommendations with recognized frameworks (EU 5G Toolbox, NIST, ITU-T, NIS-2, ISO 27001) is required. 

A brief description of the work and roles and responsibilities are as below: 

• Candidate to have strong subject matter knowledge (telecom domain) and think creatively to solve large-scale problems for telecom clients across India and global markets. We are looking for self-driven individuals who can work effectively in an unstructured work environment and work very closely with project teams to support clients’ needs. 

• Understand and define the business problem and co-create the proposed solution. Leverage essential knowledge of the leading practices in the industry to develop project scope and approach to solve client problems 

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments of telecom networks (RAN, core, transport, telco cloud, virtualized functions) to identify vulnerabilities, implementation gaps, and critical risk pathways; include SBA and RAN/core separation risks where relevant.  

• Evaluate and harden digital infrastructure setups (cloud/edge/data centers, NFV/SDN, network slicing, orchestration, automation, and multi-tenant 5G environments) to strengthen resilience and trust. 

• Provide expert advice on security architecture, operations, and zero-trust principles; develop pragmatic recommendations and detailed reports for clients to improve security posture and operational readiness. 

• Benchmark and localize global security best practices (EU 5G Toolbox, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ITU-T, NIS-2) to client contexts; balance safeguards with economic/regulatory realities. 

• Advise on policy and regulatory aspects: supply chain integrity and vendor diversity, lawful interception safeguards, data protection and cross-border data flows; align with ISO 27001, GDPR and (where applicable) NDPA Act 2023. 

• Engage stakeholders across the telecom ecosystem (operators/MNOs, OEMs/vendors, cloud providers, data centers, IXPs, regulators, national security agencies) to drive consensus, consultation, and adoption of Security & Trust frameworks. 

• Define phased implementation roadmaps (short-, medium-, long-term), institutional arrangements, monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, and capacity-building plans; contribute to training toolkits and workshops. 

• Support business development by translating delivery excellence and thought leadership into follow-on opportunities; contribute to internal knowledge collateral and eminence. 

• Deliver client commitments within time/budget constraints; collaborate closely with project teams to meet PwC quality standards. 

• Willing to travel internationally and work on-site 50-70% of the time at client locations 

Key skills 

• Telecom network experience with working-level knowledge across 4G/5G/O-RAN, IoT, telco cloud, NFV/SDN, network slicing, orchestration, automation, and edge computing. 

• In-depth understanding of telecom network nodes, interfaces, and security protocols; ability to critique telecom standards (3GPP, ORAN) from a security lens. 

• Proficiency with global cybersecurity and trust frameworks: EU 5G Toolbox, NIST CSF, ITU-T, NIS-2; and compliance standards like ISO 27001; familiarity with GDPR and NDPA Act 2023 is advantageous. 

• Familiarity with digital infrastructure components such as cloud computing, data centers, and network virtualization technologies 

• Capability to assess SBA vulnerabilities, cloud/edge security, vendor diversity and supply chain integrity, lawful interception safeguards, and consumer protection in telecom contexts. 

• Strong advisory, analytical, and problem-solving skills; ability to develop actionable recommendations and articulate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders. 

• Stakeholder engagement and consultation experience across operators, vendors, regulators, and national security stakeholders (e.g., ONSA or equivalent), including multi-tenant 5G contexts. 

• Up-to-date understanding of evolving telecom security trends and critical infrastructure protection. 

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Telecommunications, or related field. 

• 6–12 years of relevant experience in telecom security across consulting and/or industry, with hands-on network security experience focused on telecom networks and protocols. 

• Proven hands-on experience in network security, with a focus on telecom networks and protocols 

• Deep understanding of telecom industry standards and their security implications, such as 3GPP, ORAN, etc. 

• Strong analytical skills to identify vulnerabilities and recommend effective security solutions 

• Demonstrated experience developing or operationalizing cybersecurity or Security & Trust frameworks for regulators, governments, or telcos; familiarity with risk assessment and benchmarking deliverables. 

• Experience advising telcos, OEMs, data centers, and hi-tech/cloud providers on security architecture and operations; exposure to telco cloud and virtualized networks. 

• Strong communication and presentation skills; advanced working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint). 

Candidate Specifications   

Essential Skills:  

• Subject matter expertise in telecom security (RAN/core/telco cloud), IoT infrastructure security, and policy/regulatory dimensions (lawful interception, data governance). 

• Ability to operate in high-pressure, unstructured environments; self-driven and collaborative with strong client-facing presence including CXO engagement. 

• Consulting experience in similar firms or directly with telcos; attention to detail with high-quality outputs. 

Desirable Skills: 

• Experience engaging with telecom regulators and national security stakeholders (e.g., TRAI/NCSC/CERT-In/NCCC or equivalent) and delivering capacity-building/training. 

• Exposure to multiple geographies and global client environments; US/EMEA experience is a plus. 

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) and demonstrable alignment with ISO 27001/NIST. 

• A forward-thinking mindset with the ability to anticipate security challenges in rapidly evolving digital infrastructure landscapes. 

• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across digital infrastructure industries 

What Success Looks Like: 

• High-quality end-to-end assessments of telecom networks and digital infrastructure with clear, prioritized mitigation strategies. 

• Practical, localized roadmap and governance recommendations that balance resilience, trust, and economic realities; strong stakeholder buy-in through structured consultations and workshops. 

• Thought leadership and repeat business driven by demonstrable impact on client security posture and operational readiness.