Senior Security Solution Architect — Enterprise Solutions Lead

Accenture; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 311,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Security is seeking a seasoned Security Solution Architect to lead end-to-end solution development for cybersecurity engagements in the U.S. The role requires deep expertise in threat detection, cloud security, identity and access management, and related domains, with a proven track record in delivering complex security solutions and proposals.

Responsibilities include guiding deal shaping, coordinating cross-functional teams, and engaging with executives to articulate value

Qualifications

• Must have foundation and practical knowledge on usage of AI (demonstrate AI fluency)
• Solid understanding of cloud delivered services/ platforms (IaaS/ PaaS/ SaaS)
• Experience in leading proposal response to RFPs, clarifying requirements, confirming scope, and developing a solution with the right considerations and levers
• Experience in leading cost modelling, resource planning and pricing workstreams
• Deep understanding of the delivery aspects of security operations support engagements
• Client interfacing and strong communication skills
• Experience interfacing with Client stakeholders to showcase value proposition
• Effective communicator with great interpersonal skills and the ability to be credible with clients
• Ability to take business problems, existing processes and technology and translate these into service and process requirements

Responsibilities

• Leads solution development in situations in which analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Accountable for identifying and assessing complex problems for area of responsibility
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment; required to apply critical thinking skills to solve for unique scenarios and challenges where there is no well-defined solution
• Ownership for applying the appropriate methods and procedures on deal pursuits
• Collaborates across the ecosystem to engage with the appropriate SMEs for solution inputs/ outputs as needed (consulting/ transformation, delivery/ operations, pricing performance and proposal response etc.)
• Leads large/ complex deal shaping activities at a client or within Accenture, including client workshops/ co-innovation, solution validation and due diligence/ contracting deliverables
• Excellent leadership, communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
• Stakeholder management and interaction with senior leadership at a client and/or within Accenture, involving matters that may require acceptance of an alternate approach
• Accountable for executing strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to the team
• Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

Skills

AI fluency

Cloud platforms

RFP leadership

Cost modelling

Security operations delivery

Client interfacing

Stakeholder management

translate requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Accenture Security is seeking a seasoned Security Solution Architect to lead end-to-end solution development for cybersecurity engagements in the U.S. The role requires deep expertise in threat detection, cloud security, identity and access management, and related domains, with a proven track record in delivering complex security solutions and proposals.

Responsibilities include guiding deal shaping, coordinating cross-functional teams, and engaging with executives to articulate value