Managed Security Services Manager (Cloud & Infrastructure)

The Accenture Cyber Fusion Centre in Toronto is a unique group of people passionate about Information Security. We are currently looking for a Managed Security Services Cloud & Infrastructure Security Manager to work in our Security Operations Center, securing cloud platforms for our clients.

Job Summary: 

Accenture Cloud First accelerates clients’ move to cloud and digital transformation. More than 100,000 Accenture cloud professionals help clients shape, move, build and operate their businesses in the cloud and realize the cloud’s business value, speed, cost, talent and innovation benefits. Accenture Cloud First also affects our Security division, where we are currently looking for a Cloud Security Manager.

The primary objective of the Cloud and Infrastructure Security Manager is to manage the security of the cloud operations of our external clients, in transition of service and/or in the run phase of the service.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Implement & support security for client cloud environments

• Designing processes and procedures for public, private and hybrid cloud integration

• Analyse security requirements for cloud implementation and integration

• Implementation of technological solutions dedicated to  data protection in cloud

• Integration and configuration of Security as a Service

• Assistance with measurement of KPIs and KRIs related to security in applications

• Participate in discussions with clients on a daily basis

• Participate in business development activities (including responses to RFP/I)

• Collaborate with clients to define best approach to maximize the security posture

• Contribute to R&D activities & internal professional community

• Build and nurture positive working relationships with clients with the intention of exceeding client expectations

• Communicate directly with Accenture clients and handle escalations

• Serve as a mentor and role model. Maintain the highest standards of a professional conduct

• Limited travel is possible although this is not specifically a mobile role

Requirements:

• Bachelor or college degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications or Information Security or equivalent work experience

• 8+ years of experience, with 3+ years of progressive hands-on technical experience in solution design and architecture with primary focus on security products

• Either possess (or have the ability to obtain) a Canadian security clearance for work in the government sector

• Knowledge of public cloud environment (Azure, AWS or Google Cloud)

• Knowledge of IT security solutions (Security Information and Event Management, Cloud Access Security Broker, Data Leakage Prevention, Web Application Firewall, Multi Factor Authentication, Data Rights Management, etc.)

• Knowledge of cloud security capabilities and possible interfaces with on-prem security solutions

• Good English communication skills (written and oral), with French language ability preferred.

• Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment

• Reliable and with attention to detail

• Analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks

• Willingness to learn and improve

Nice to have skills:

• Certifications in public cloud (level of architect, security engineer/specialist) or Security Certifications in CISSP, CISM, CCSP or CCSK

• - Familiarity with industry standards, guidelines, and regulatory compliance requirements related to information security and cloud computing such as GDPR, ISO 27001, Cloud Security Alliance, NIST 800-53, PCI DSS, etc.