Zero Trust Security Lead - London
工作描述
Role: Zero Trust Security Lead
Career Level: Senior Manager
Location: London
Travel/Mobility Requirement: Flexibility to travel to client site where required
Please Note: Due to the nature of client work you will be undertaking, you will need to be willing to go through a Security Clearance process as part of this role, which requires 5+ years UK address history at the point of application.
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In our team as a Senior Manager, you will learn:
To drive strategic oversight of enterprise-scale Zero Trust security architectures, leading cross-functional teams and providing senior technical guidance. You will directly engage with clients to identify business challenges, architect innovative solutions, and champion secure transformation initiatives. Your role will span advanced technical leadership, business development, and sales enablement, positioning you as a trusted advisor who shapes security roadmaps, supports pre-sales activities, and contributes to revenue growth through proactive client engagement and relationship management.
职位要求
As a security Senior Manager, your responsibilities will include:
Architecture & Design
Leading the strategic design and implementation of Zero Trust architectures for complex enterprise environments, ensuring alignment with business objectives and client requirements.
Leveraging relationships with key Accenture partners and vendors to drive effective Zero Trust solutions that meet complex enterprise requirements and align with business objectives.
Developing enterprise-wide security blueprints and reference architectures and presenting these to clients and stakeholders to support business development and sales initiatives.
Designing scalable, identity-centric security controls and advising clients on SSO, MFA, device posture, and least-privilege access models to enable secure business operations.
Collaborating with Accenture account and sales teams to assist clients in modernizing and streamlining their security and network infrastructure, enabling them to reach their business objectives.
Implementation & Hands-On Engineering
Overseeing deployment, configuration, and optimisation of Zero Trust technologies, while managing project teams and vendor relationships to ensure successful delivery.
Leading integration of Zero Trust solutions with identity providers, SIEM/SOAR systems, and endpoint platforms, presenting technical solutions to clients and supporting pre-sales activities.
Conducting proof-of-concept evaluations, vendor bake-offs and technical validation sessions, supporting sales cycles through solution demonstrations and technical presentations.
Engaging directly with clients throughout the implementation lifecycle, ensuring satisfaction, value realisation, and repeat business.
Security Leadership, Strategy & Sales Enablement
Driving Accenture’s Zero Trust strategy, security roadmap, and business development initiatives to expand market presence and revenue.
Providing architectural governance, mentoring junior architects, and ensuring security best practices across all client projects and sales pursuits.
Advocating for modern security frameworks, secure-by-design principles, and actively participating in client pitches and sales proposals.
Essential Skills & Experience:
10+ years’ experience in cybersecurity architecture or engineering role.
Expertise in Zero Trust platforms, cloud security, app connectors, and integration technologies.
Deep knowledge of Zero Trust frameworks (NIST 800-207, SASE, SSE), IAM, SD-WAN, endpoint security.
Strong communication and business development skills; proven track record managing large teams and driving revenue.
Exceptional communication, client engagement, and stakeholder management skills at executive and board level.
Ability to translate advanced security concepts into business value, supporting sales teams and client pitches.
Significant experience working within large, matrixed enterprises, leading cross-functional initiatives and revenue-generating projects.
Set yourself apart:
Certifications from major Zero Trust vendors, CISSP/CCSP credentials, and cloud certifications (Azure, AWS, GCP).
Demonstrated impact on sales growth and client satisfaction.
What’s in it for you
At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!
Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there may be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.
Closing Date for Applications: 01/08/2026
Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found. #LI-EU
