COOP Security Managed Services New Associate📣 Job Ad

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that assists the world's leading enterprises in reinvention by building their digital core, leveraging the power of AI, and creating value at speed and scale. The company integrates deep industry expertise, cutting-edge technology, and strategic thinking to deliver impactful outcomes for clients.

Role Overview

Accenture Saudi Arabia is seeking a COOP-Security Managed Services New Associate for a full-time position based in Riyadh. This role is part of the Security, Risk & Architecture practice, focusing on supporting the design and implementation of security solutions for prominent organizations in the region. This program offers a hands-on experience, providing direct contribution to client work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of security solutions across client environments, including digital identity, platform security, cloud security, and data & AI protection.
• Assist in Security Operations Center (SOC) activities, such as monitoring, alert triage, and incident response workflows.
• Help assess and document security postures against established frameworks and enterprise policies.
• Work within blended onshore and offshore delivery teams, gaining exposure to global security delivery operations.
• Contribute to security architecture reviews and align solutions with client risk frameworks.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in the last year of a Bachelor's program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering.
• Foundational knowledge of networking, operating systems, and core security concepts.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to support problem-solving discussions across teams.
• Clear communication skills, comfortable working with both technical colleagues and client stakeholders.

Preferred Attributes

• Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Familiarity with security frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, or NCA ECC.
• Coursework or self-study in threat modeling, identity management, or SOC operations.
• Interest in pursuing certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CEH.

Experience and Work Type

This is a full-time position suitable for candidates with 0-1 year of experience, offering an opportunity to begin a career in security managed services within a global professional services environment.