{null, Security Delivery Lead} | Riyadh, SA

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.

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.

About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance services-creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with 774,000 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 and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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