Summary
Accenture is hiring a Security Delivery Associate Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role leads daily cybersecurity engineering operations, manages and mentors a security team, and oversees areas including network and endpoint security, IAM, vulnerability management, and incident response. The successful candidate will have at least six years of relevant experience and knowledge of security frameworks and regulatory requirements such as NIST, ISO, SAMA, and NCA. CISSP, CISM, CEH, or another relevant cybersecurity certification is preferred.
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Role Title: Security Delivery Associate Manager
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
About Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent and innovation led company with 738,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. We are uniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Accenture Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients succeed and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com.
Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee the daily operations of cybersecurity engineering functions, ensuring protection across network security, endpoint security, IAM, and vulnerability management.
Manage a team of cybersecurity professionals, providing guidance, technical oversight, and mentorship.
Design and implement effective security measures to protect sensitive data and systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Drive cyber transformation initiatives aimed at improving the security posture of the organization.
Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Lead incident response efforts and ensure timely remediation of identified vulnerabilities and risks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security measures into operational processes and new technology deployments.
Present progress reports and operational status to clients, ensuring alignment with security objectives and business goals.
Ensure the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of critical services and infrastructure.
Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, and proactively recommend improvements.
Lead or participate in audits, security reviews, and regulatory compliance efforts.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Minimum of 6 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, engineering, and transformation.
Proven expertise in managing and securing systems within the domains of network security, endpoint security, vulnerability management, and IAM.
Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and mentoring cybersecurity teams.
In-depth understanding of security frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO, SAMA, NCA, etc.).
Hands-on experience with security tools and platforms such as firewalls, Proxy, Email Gateways, EDR solutions, SIEM, IAM platforms, and vulnerability management systems.
Ability to work with clients to present security operations reports, resolve security concerns, and provide strategic recommendations.
Excellent problem-solving skills and experience with incident management and response.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical content to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a dynamic environment.
Preferred Certifications:
CISSP, CISM, CEH, or other relevant cybersecurity certifications.