Job Description

Project Role : Security Architect
Project Role Description : Define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Document the implementation of the cloud security controls and transition to cloud security-managed operations.
Must have skills : Accenture MxDR Ops Security Threat Analysis
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 12 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Summary: Accenture Managed Extended Detection and Response (MxDR) provides 24x7 cyber security monitoring for clients in more than 85 countries. Accenture's MxDR is a true multi-tenant, cloud-based service that provides all the technology, people, and processes a client needs. For this role, Accenture is looking to hire an experienced Manager to be involved as part of our MxDR service. Roles & Responsibilities: o Utilize technology, functional and industry knowledge to diagnose complex client issues and develop appropriate recommendations o Co-create strategic, tactical, and operational solutions at the intersection of technology, people, and business o Develop implementation plans and leading teams to execute project deliverables to schedule, budget and performance goals o Act independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments o Manage medium- to large-sized teams and/or work efforts within Accenture and for Clients Professional & Technical Skills: o Manages teams while retaining hands on ability o Proven experience in Incident management and handling escalations o Demonstrates effective management, retention, and growth of multiple strategic clients. o Make decisions on client delivery procedures/outcomes. o Outstanding interpersonal communications (written and oral) and client/stakeholder management skills o Ability to work with global stakeholders, demonstrating maturity and impeccable professionalism o Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment o Proven ability to integrate into and foster a team-oriented environment o Passionate about strategy and transformation of clients o Ability to communicate clearly at all levels, demonstrating strong verbal and written communication skills. o Adaptability to accept change Additional Information: o At least 5 years of leadership experience (Manager/Supervisor) o The candidate should have minimum 12 years of experience in Accenture MxDR Ops Security Threat Analysis o Good academic skills o Knowledge on SIEMs like Splunk, Azure Sentinel or Google Chronicle o Experience in SOC operations o Professional certifications in GIAC, CISM or Cloud would be an added advantage o This position is based at our Chennai office. o A 15 year full time education is required.
15 years full time education
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