Security Transformation Manager

About the role

A Security Transformation Manager is sought to join Accenture's Strategy and Risk team. As an experienced consultant, you will combine technical understanding with governance expertise and strong stakeholder engagement, working with clients in the public and private sectors to advise on cyber security, lead initiatives and help organisations build effective security capabilities. The role is full time, senior level and open to multiple locations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) maturity assessments to evaluate and enhance clients' cyber security capabilities
• Manage and deliver NZISM Certification and Accreditation (C&A) activities for New Zealand public sector organisations
• Design, facilitate and lead cyber security tabletop exercises to assess incident preparedness and strengthen resilience
• Provide security advisory and virtual CISO services, supporting executive-level decision-making and governance
• Develop and implement cyber security strategies, target operating models and transformation roadmaps aligned to business objectives and risk appetite
• Create, review and update cyber security policy frameworks, standards, procedures, Incident Response Plans and supporting governance documentation
• Advise clients on cyber security risk management, regulatory compliance and best-practice controls
• Lead discovery and consultation with client stakeholders, and prepare proposals, reports and presentations for senior stakeholders
• Manage client expectations professionally and confidently

Required profile

• At least five years of experience in a global consulting firm or large technology organisation focused on cyber security; experience in privacy, data management or strategic risk is advantageous
• Bachelor's or master's degree in cyber security, business administration, accounting, finance, information systems, computer engineering or a related field
• Experience coaching, mentoring and leading others to build capability and deliver quality customer outcomes
• Proven track record of client results through team leadership and delegation, and experience contributing to the qualification and sale of new engagements

Required skills

• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and precisely
• Strong stakeholder engagement and written communication skills
• Strategic mindset and ability to lead client engagements independently