Security Delivery Senior Manager

Job Title Security Delivery Senior Manager

Location Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

About Accenture Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Song, Technology and Operations services — all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 744,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities.

About Accenture Security Join Accenture Security to pioneer security solutions that blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and managed services. Using 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 confidence to focus on innovation and business growth.

Responsibilities

Management and delivery of challenging, complex technical client engagements to ensure quality and value to our clients.

Advising on various aspects of cyber defense and response.

Leading a team of cyber resilience professionals in delivering security monitoring and response services.

Supporting the development of cyber defense and response capability.

Anticipating future needs and requirements and building innovative services to address them.

Managing and delivering medium‑to‑large 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, and managing their performance and development.

Upholding Accenture’s values by acting with integrity.

Experience and Skills

Proven experience of leading technical teams in engagement delivery in security operation (detection and response), technical security assessments, penetration testing, red / purple teaming, incident response, digital forensics, compromise assessments, threat intelligence and threat hunting.

Track record showing understanding of technology, threat and regulatory issues faced by clients (essential).

You Will Have

Proven ability to analyze problems, identify core issues and recommend appropriate technical solutions.

Proven experience of successfully managing complex cyber security services, ensuring high‑quality delivery on time and within budget.

Proven ability to lead work at sustained high intensity, inspiring drive and resilience in others.

Proven ability to produce thought leadership material and engage as a subject‑matter expert with senior audiences.

Excellent communication, negotiation and project management skills.

Ability to interact with organizations at senior levels.

Strong networking skills and a broad professional network.

Proven commercial and business acumen.

Experience leading and delivering technical cybersecurity engagements related to cyber defense and response.

At least 10 years of expertise in leading professional teams.

Experience with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001 / 27035, ISACA Incident Response Framework and SANS Institute frameworks.

Subject‑matter expert on detection and response methodologies including SIEM, SOAR, threat intelligence, log analysis, network and EDR telemetry, forensic acquisition.

Plan and execute incident response and post‑mortem exercises with measurable benchmarks.

Oversee and / or conduct internal forensic investigations.Maintain governance over documentation, policies, procedures, playbooks.

Report metrics and scorecards to measure detection and response effectiveness.

Partner with security engineering team to optimize tools.

Identify emerging industry threats and trends to prioritize security engineering efforts.

Analyze threat intel to provide decision support.

Mentor, coach and develop key talent.

Serve as key cybersecurity SME advising on security events and threats.

Work closely with Cyber Security Resilience Leadership on strategic direction and continuous improvement.

Familiar with the cybersecurity market in KSA.

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s or master’s degree (preferably in computer science, software engineering or cyber security).

At least 10 years in a detection or incident response‑related role, with experience as an incident handler.

Leadership experience in a SOC or detection & response function.

Solid technical understanding of cybersecurity concepts, standards, guidelines and principles.

Experience with industry‑recognized frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, NIST.

Ability to handle time‑sensitive situations calmly with appropriate urgency.

Ability to work at a technical level to oversee and perform forensics and investigations.

Effective presentation skills at various technical detail levels.

Excellent project management and organizational skills.

Effective interpersonal skills and ability to influence without authority.

Demonstrated leadership skills, independent work.

Travel may be involved.

Why Join Us?

Transparent, fast‑paced career progression focused on strengths and coaching from senior colleagues.

Work alongside Accenture experts solving industry challenges with innovative tools.

Flexible work arrangements and competitive rewards.

Access to state‑of‑the‑art technology and continuous learning.

Opportunities to make a difference to communities.

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management, General Business, and Management

Industries

Security and Investigations

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