About Accenture Security
Join Accenture Security to pioneer security solutions that blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and managed services. Using the coolest next-gen tech, you’ll have every chance to stay one step ahead of cybercrime and out-hack the hackers.
Accenture Security provides comprehensive security services – from security strategy development, to business transformation, to managed security services – on demand and at a global scale to help mitigate risks and take full advantage of advanced technologies and proven risk management models. Our experienced team of global security professionals helps businesses understand their risks and build resilience from the inside out, giving them the confidence to focus on what matters most: innovation and business growth.
Responsibilities:
- Management and delivery of challenging, complex technical client engagements to ensure quality and value to our clients by:
- Advising on various aspects of cyber defense/response
- Leading a team of cyber resilience professionals in delivering security monitoring and response services.
- Supporting them in the development of their cyber defense and response capability
- Anticipating future needs and requirements and building innovative services to address them.
- Managing and delivering medium-/large-sized engagements
- Business development, including leading proposals and participating in client presentations.
- Developing constructive client relationships, both inside and outside of ACCENTURE
- Coaching and developing team members through sharing of experience and knowledge, as well as managing the performance and development of other team members
- Upholding ACCENTURE’s values by acting with integrity.
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Priority Skill
Platform Security
Experience And Skills:
- Specific to the role, we expect that you will have:
- Proven experience of leading technical teams in engagement delivery in the following areas: security operation (detection and response), technical security assessments, penetration testing, red/purple teaming, incident response and digital forensics, compromise assessments, threat intelligence and threat hunting, etc.
- Track record showing understanding of the technology, threat, and regulatory issues faced by clients (essential)
We Expect That You Will Have
- Proven expertise in managing complex cybersecurity services, leading teams, and delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, recommend technical solutions, and drive continuous improvement.
- Skilled in incident response, threat intelligence, and using various frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and SANS.
- Expertise in SIEM, SOAR, and other detection and response methodologies.
- Experience in thought leadership, mentoring, and engaging with senior stakeholders and security communities.
- Excellent communication, project management, and negotiation skills.
- Proven ability to identify emerging threats, optimize security tools, and mentor teams.
- Knowledge of the cybersecurity market in KSA and familiarity with key industry frameworks.
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably in computer science, software engineering, or cybersecurity.
- 10+ years of experience in detection or incident response, with leadership experience in a SOC or similar function.
- Strong technical knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, NIST), and incident handling.
- Proven ability to manage time-sensitive situations and lead forensic investigations.
- Excellent communication skills, able to present to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to travel as required.
Why join us?
- We offer a transparent, fast paced approach career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues.
- You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools.
- Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive rewards.
- You will have access to state-of-the-art technology that will give you the opportunity to deepen your existing skills even as you help create the latest business trends.
- You will also have opportunities to make a difference to the communities in which we work and live.
Next Steps
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