About The Role You’ll join PwC’s Cyber, Data and Technology Resilience practice, working with Defence and government clients on complex cyber security challenges. As a Senior Manager, you’ll lead solution design and bid strategy for Defence cyber opportunities, shaping how PwC wins and delivers work across large programmes. You’ll translate deep technical expertise into commercially sound, high-quality proposals, working with sector leaders to grow our Defence business and strengthen cyber resilience across critical national infrastructure and mission‑critical systems.
What Your Days Will Look Like Lead solution design and bid strategy from opportunity shaping through to submission
Design delivery models, including team structures, tools and approaches tailored to each engagement
Develop and review high-quality proposal content, ensuring technical credibility and alignment to client needs
Define PwC’s role within complex programmes, including collaboration with internal teams and external partners
Support client engagement activity where technical expertise is required to progress opportunities
Develop reusable cyber propositions and contribute to the growth of Defence offerings
This role is for you if You have significant experience in cyber security, including time spent within or supporting the Defence sector
You have a strong technical foundation, with hands‑on experience in security architecture, assurance or cyber operations
You have experience leading or contributing to successful bids within complex, regulated environments
You understand Defence security governance, assurance and accreditation processes
You are able to design pragmatic delivery models within large, multi‑party programmes
You are confident presenting and writing clear, compelling technical content for senior stakeholders
You hold current Developed Vetting (DV) clearance (or recently lapsed and renewable)
What You’ll Receive From Us We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.
Solution Engineering Defence Lead in Edinburgh employer: PwC
PwC is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within its Consulting SAP practice. Employees benefit from extensive growth opportunities through involvement in high-stakes projects, such as leading complex SAP S/4HANA transformations, while being supported by a diverse and inclusive environment in the vibrant city of London. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on delivering impactful client outcomes, PwC stands out as a rewarding place for those seeking meaningful careers in consulting.
