Summary
Accenture is hiring a Technical Team Lead for its Managed Security Services team in Riyadh. The role leads security engineers and oversees the configuration, monitoring, and management of security devices and network security infrastructure. Responsibilities include handling complex escalations, ensuring SLA compliance, advising clients, improving operations, and preparing technical reports. Applicants must be Saudi nationals with at least five years of cybersecurity experience focused on network security and security device management; relevant certifications are a plus.
The posting
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We are looking for an experienced Technical Team Lead to join our Managed Security Services team. In this role, you will lead a team of security engineers responsible for the delivery, management, and optimization of security devices across our clients' environments. You will serve as the technical authority, ensuring service excellence and operational continuity.
- Lead and mentor a team of security engineers in day-to-day managed security operations
- Oversee the configuration, monitoring, and management of security devices and network security infrastructure
- Act as the escalation point for complex technical incidents and service issues
- Ensure SLA compliance and maintain high standards of service delivery for clients
- Collaborate with clients to understand their security requirements and provide expert guidance
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across tools, processes, and team capabilities
- Prepare and present technical reports to management and stakeholders
Qualifications
- Saudi nationals only
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on network security and security device management
- Proven experience in a team lead or senior technical role within a Managed Security Services environment
- Hands-on expertise with network security tools and technologies (Firewall/NGFW, IDS/IPS, SIEM, EDR/XDR, or similar)
- Strong understanding of security operations, incident response, and escalation management
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Relevant certifications are a plus (CISSP, CISM, CEH, or vendor-specific)
Preferred
- Prior experience working with MSSP or large enterprise environments
- Familiarity with Saudi Arabia's cybersecurity regulations and NCA frameworks