Cybersecurity Manager, Utilities & Grid Modernization

Accenture PLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture in New York is seeking a Cybersecurity Manager to lead complex information security engagements for utilities clients, spanning IT/OT, risk management, and regulatory compliance. You will coordinate delivery with client stakeholders and Accenture experts, manage plans and budgets, and guide strategic cyber risk programs as part of grid modernization and energy transition.

You will work with our Utilities team to develop differentiated offerings, supervise project teams, and foster a

Qualifications

• At least 6 years designing, developing, implementing and managing cybersecurity solutions across IT/OT and enterprise environments.
• At least 3 years leading a Security Account lead role (team/planning/delivery).
• At least 3 years delivering cybersecurity solutions for electric, gas, or water utilities.
• Experience with Utility Industry cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks (NERC CIP, NRC, TSA directives, NIST, ISA/IEC 62443).
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (12 years) work experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with client stakeholders to align security initiatives with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Manage cybersecurity assessments, strategy workstreams, and implementation activities across IT, OT/ICS, cloud, substations, and field systems.
• Support senior leaders in advising on integrating cybersecurity risk management into operational resilience and grid modernization.
• Lead cybersecurity transformation workstreams for IT/OT convergence, network segmentation, and identity management at critical infrastructure.
• Coordinate with architects, ecosystem partners, and vendors to deliver scalable cybersecurity solutions for grid modernization and digital services.
• Contribute to client engagements, proposals, and internal Accenture forums; establish trusted client relationships.

Skills

Security strategy

Security operations

Risk management

Digital identity

Regulatory compliance

IT/OT convergence

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Accenture in New York is seeking a Cybersecurity Manager to lead complex information security engagements for utilities clients, spanning IT/OT, risk management, and regulatory compliance. You will coordinate delivery with client stakeholders and Accenture experts, manage plans and budgets, and guide strategic cyber risk programs as part of grid modernization and energy transition.

You will work with our Utilities team to develop differentiated offerings, supervise project teams, and foster a