Product Security Lead - Telecommunications Industry

Accenture Product Security Lead - Telecommunications Industry Hartford, Connecticut Apply Now Accenture is a global collective of innovators whose aim is to improve the way the world works and lives. Empowered with innovative tools, continuous learning and a global community of diverse talent, we drive success in new business architecture that disrupts conventional practices.Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
Accenture Security helps organizations prepare, protect, detect, respond to, and recover, at all points of the security lifecycle. We hire the very best security talent and arm them with the coolest tools and latest tech so they can help our clients build resilience as we create integrated, customized turnkey solutions. We blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and managed service solutions to rethink the entire security lifecycle.
You Are
As an Accenture Security Senior Manager, you will be dedicated to creating product security solutions for clients in our Telecommunication Industry. A Security Senior Manager is a trusted advisor who builds and executes a client-focused vision, combining the best of Accenture Security and the power of One Accenture. You will work to build delivery teams that create maximum client value. Proactively build relationships with the client and Client Account Teams. Participate in account planning and stay engaged with accounts through account status calls and activities. You have experience leading teams, and you have the top-shelf communication, people, and management abilities to bring out the best in team members.
You will bring new ideas to your client by growing your network across Accenture and understanding the new Thought Leadership Accenture is introducing to our clients. You will be responsible for identifying, leading and managing new complex security engagements, providing subject matter expertise, and driving delivery execution as the primary point of client escalation. You will build and manage a pipeline in the Telecommunication Industry, lead and support RFP responses for non-Priority accounts, and participate in monthly meetings with industry leads. You will need to learn and be able to share Accenture Security?s Go to Market Strategy with clients.
The Work
Security Senior Managers are expected to possess extensive experience in the following:
Demonstrated thought leadership in cybersecurity in the Telecommunication Industry.
Demonstrated ability to incorporate past experiences, business savvy, creative and out-of-the-box thinking in designing solutions.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage business development / proposal efforts RFP/RFI/RFQ.
Demonstrated ability to deal with client business processes and potential constraints (budget, timeline, expertise, etc.) to define optimal and reasonable project scope and expectations.
Business development responsibilities including but not limited to origination, and relationship development.
Working directly with clients and Accenture teams to design and implement program strategies for cybersecurity. Ability to manage expectations with clients and Accenture colleagues to influence and guide towards successful outcomes.
Translating technical requirements into business terms for executive stakeholders.
Selling Security and delivering services across multiple Security Product clients.
Provide guidance and advisory support to project teams and disseminate best practices on solution positioning and delivery.
Mentor more junior team members in business analysis, project management, and Security best practices.
Travel will be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 5 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.
Here is What You Need
Minimum 5 years of experience /knowledge dealing with product security programs, including threat intelligence, global standards and compliance, and security trends in the Telecommunication Industry.
Minimum 5 years of experience in product management, product and software development lifecycle, project management principles and/or product quality methods (Agile).
Minimum 5 years of experience/ability to lead and manage business development/proposal efforts RFP/RFI/RFQ.
Minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. If Associate's Degree, must have equivalent minimum 6 years work experience.
Bonus points if you have:
Industry recognized Professional Security certifications.
Professional Skills Requirement
Ability to lead a team and counsel others is a must.
Experience in building client relationships utilizing strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
Must be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Experience translating business objectives into actionable programs with defined scope, budget, and timeline.
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.
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