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About the Role

Accenture Middle East is seeking a Security Delivery Lead (SOC) to join our team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This role is an opportunity to apply expertise in security to develop impactful solutions. As a subject matter expert, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, make key decisions, and oversee the delivery of security governance. Your role will be instrumental in shaping security strategies, implementing solutions, and ensuring alignment with enterprise policies to enhance organizational security.

Key Responsibilities

• Govern the delivery of Managed Security Services, encompassing Security Operations Center (SOC) and Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) functions.
• Ensure strict adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and all contractual obligations.
• Serve as the primary governance liaison between client leadership and delivery teams, promoting clear communication and alignment.
• Lead service reviews, manage escalations effectively, and facilitate governance forums to ensure optimal service performance.
• Oversee risks, issues, and overall service performance at a strategic level, separate from day-to-day operational tasks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, controls, and regulatory standards within the security domain.
• Drive continuous service improvement and maturity initiatives to enhance the overall security posture.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in Managed Security Services governance.
• Strong knowledge of Security Operations Center (SOC) and Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) operating models.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders at an executive level, fostering strong relationships and influencing outcomes.
• Solid understanding and awareness of risk management, compliance frameworks, and audit processes.
• Experience in effectively handling escalations and making critical decisions under pressure.
• Ability to constructively challenge teams and drive performance without micromanagement.

Required Skills

• Security Governance
• Managed Security Services
• Security Operations Center (SOC)
• Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)
• Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Risk Management
• Compliance
• Audit Awareness
• Stakeholder Management
• Decision Making
• Constructive Challenge

Work Environment and Experience

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in the cybersecurity and managed services domain.