Senior Security Solutions Architect - Strategy & Delivery

Accenture; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Security is recruiting a Security Solution Architect to translate client requirements into end-to-end security solutions and lead the proposal process. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to craft and cost secure architectures that meet client needs.

The role requires deep cybersecurity expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to engage senior stakeholders across industries. Travel may be required as part of client engagements.

Qualifications

• Must have foundation and practical knowledge on AI usage.
• Solid understanding of cloud-delivered services (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS).
• Experience in leading proposal responses to RFPs, clarifying requirements and defining scope.
• Experience in leading cost modelling, resource planning and pricing workstreams.
• Deep understanding of 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 interpersonal credibility with clients.
• Ability to translate business problems into service and process requirements.

Responsibilities

• Leads solution development where analysis requires in-depth evaluation of factors.
• Applies critical thinking to solve unique scenarios with no defined solution.
• Owns methods and procedures on deal pursuits.
• Collaborates across the ecosystem with SMEs for inputs/outputs.
• Leads large/complex deal shaping activities with client workshops and due diligence.
• Exhibits leadership and communicates effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Manages stakeholder interactions and accounts for alternate approaches as needed.
• Executes strategic direction set by senior management for the team.
• Travel may be required (0–100%) depending on business needs.

Skills

AI fluency

Cloud security

RFP leadership

Cost modelling

Security operations

Client communication

Stakeholder management

Value proposition

Service requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Accenture Security is recruiting a Security Solution Architect to translate client requirements into end-to-end security solutions and lead the proposal process. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to craft and cost secure architectures that meet client needs.

The role requires deep cybersecurity expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to engage senior stakeholders across industries. Travel may be required as part of client engagements.