Azure Cloud Security Director — Engineering & Growth

Accenture PLC; Canberra; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberCX, part of Accenture, seeks a Director of Microsoft Engineering to lead Azure-based cloud security initiatives and shape the future of our Azure practice. You will guide leadership, drive growth, and deliver innovative security solutions for customers across the region.

You will collaborate with sales, presales, and customers while mentoring teams and publishing insights on Azure technologies and strategies. This role requires Australian citizenship and clearance readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Azure certifications (e.g. Azure Solutions Architect Expert) required.
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud ecosystems, landing zones, well-architected frameworks.
• Exceptional leadership experience mentoring teams to achieve goals.
• Advanced stakeholder engagement with senior leaders and customers.
• Strong financial and commercial skills focused on pricing and growth.
• Passionate about innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-performing teams, fostering empowerment, collaboration and accountability.
• Define and execute Azure-based cloud security solutions and future direction.
• Drive regional business growth and optimise team capacity.
• Support sales and presales on Microsoft Azure opportunities and deliver solutions.
• Build partnerships with customers, Microsoft, and internal teams to improve outcomes.
• Publish thought leadership and present ideas on Azure strategies.
• Develop productised services, including Azure collateral, automation, and marketplace offerings.

Skills

Leadership

Azure

Azure certs

Stakeholder engagement

Pricing strategy

Business growth

Innovation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

CyberCX, part of Accenture, seeks a Director of Microsoft Engineering to lead Azure-based cloud security initiatives and shape the future of our Azure practice. You will guide leadership, drive growth, and deliver innovative security solutions for customers across the region.

You will collaborate with sales, presales, and customers while mentoring teams and publishing insights on Azure technologies and strategies. This role requires Australian citizenship and clearance readiness.