Cloud-Native App Security Architect (DevSecOps)

Accenture PLC; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Security and Risk professional specializing in application security, DevSecOps and modernization, focused on updating and transforming existing applications to cloud-first models, enhancing their resilience against evolving threats using shift-left DevSecOps principles, automation and AI.

You will transition legacy systems (e.g., .NET, Linux web apps, Java, SQL) to public, private, or hybrid clouds, and develop and implement advanced policies and tooling to safeguard these

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in application security, with a strong focus on modernizing security frameworks and implementing secure, scalable solutions in cloud environments using DevSecOps.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in migrating, assessing and securing .NET apps, Java apps, SAP apps, and/or SQL databases in cloud settings.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in application security tooling; including SAST, SCA, DAST, ASPM, CNAPP, WAF, Secrets Scanning, Container Scanning, API Security Scanning, AI Security assessments and Infrastructure as Code scanning.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience)
• Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.
• Preferred Skills:
• Experience in a consultant/advisory capacity, with Big Four experience being an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of internal controls and security protocols, particularly in the context of cloud-based application security.
• Expert knowledge of the Secure SDLC and how it is implemented.
• Foundational understanding of AI application design and able to have
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
• Demonstrated success in contributing to a team-oriented environment.
• Desire to work in an environment fostering teamwork and camaraderie.
• Excellent leadership, communication (written and oral), and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to strong client relationships through direct interactions, understanding client security needs for modernized applications.

Skills

DevSecOps

Application security

Cloud security

SAST

SCA

DAST

WAF

AI Security

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CI/CD

CNAPP

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Security and Risk professional specializing in application security, DevSecOps and modernization, focused on updating and transforming existing applications to cloud-first models, enhancing their resilience against evolving threats using shift-left DevSecOps principles, automation and AI.

You will transition legacy systems (e.g., .NET, Linux web apps, Java, SQL) to public, private, or hybrid clouds, and develop and implement advanced policies and tooling to safeguard these