Cyber Leadership & Human Risk Delivery Lead

Accenture; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Manager in its Security practice to lead delivery of cybersecurity programs and to advise clients navigating human risk and AI-enabled security learning. You will guide cross-functional teams, mentor junior resources, and contribute to RFPs, while shaping governance and delivery strategies across enterprise engagements.

In this role you’ll build credibility with executives, manage multi-workstream projects, and drive risk reduction through behavior-focused security

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, risk management, organizational change, learning & development, or consulting.
• Minimum of 7 years of demonstrated experience with human risk management — including security awareness programs, behavioral analytics, insider risk, or cybersecurity culture change.
• Minimum of 7 years managing or contributing to fast-paced, complex, multi-workstream projects in a consulting or client-facing environment.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience; Associate’s Degree requires minimum 6 years.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute cybersecurity awareness, training, and behavior change programs for enterprise clients across industries.
• Assess client human risk posture and translate findings into actionable roadmaps.
• Advise on and implement AI-enabled learning experiences and human risk management technologies.
• Translate emerging threat intelligence into practical employee education and engagement strategies.
• Define and track KPIs that measure risk reduction, AI adoption, behavior change, and program ROI.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional cybersecurity engagements with timelines and risks.
• Stand up PMO governance, reporting cadences, RAID logs, and executive dashboards.
• Coordinate distributed delivery teams with clarity and accountability.
• Develop executive-ready presentations and strategic recommendations for C-suite and board.
• Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders at all levels and facilitate workshops.

Skills

Executive communication

Delivery leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

KnowBe4

Proofpoint Security Awareness

Security PMO

Risk management platforms

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Manager in its Security practice to lead delivery of cybersecurity programs and to advise clients navigating human risk and AI-enabled security learning. You will guide cross-functional teams, mentor junior resources, and contribute to RFPs, while shaping governance and delivery strategies across enterprise engagements.

In this role you’ll build credibility with executives, manage multi-workstream projects, and drive risk reduction through behavior-focused security