Utilities Cybersecurity Strategy Lead

Accenture; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture seeks a Senior Cybersecurity Manager to lead complex engagements across electric, gas, and water utilities. You will guide strategic delivery, interface with client stakeholders, and shape cybersecurity programs aligning with regulatory requirements and business priorities.

You will drive IT/OT convergence, threat modeling, and incident readiness while partnering with Accenture Industry teams to deliver secure grid modernization solutions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years designing, developing, implementing, and managing cybersecurity solutions across domains.
• 5+ years leading a Security Account lead role or similar.
• 5+ years delivering cybersecurity solutions for electric, gas, or water utilities.
• Experience with utility regulatory frameworks (e.g., NERC CIP, NIST CSF, ISA/IEC 62443).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with client stakeholders to align security initiatives with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Lead end-to-end cybersecurity strategy and execution across IT/OT, cloud, and field environments.
• Advise C-suite on integrating cybersecurity risk management into operational resilience and capital programs.
• Oversee large-scale utility cybersecurity transformation programs and IT/OT convergence.
• Drive threat modeling, incident response, and recovery readiness for grid, water, and energy operations.
• Represent Accenture Security in client engagements and leadership forums.

Skills

Cybersecurity strategy

IT/OT security

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Accenture seeks a Senior Cybersecurity Manager to lead complex engagements across electric, gas, and water utilities. You will guide strategic delivery, interface with client stakeholders, and shape cybersecurity programs aligning with regulatory requirements and business priorities.

You will drive IT/OT convergence, threat modeling, and incident readiness while partnering with Accenture Industry teams to deliver secure grid modernization solutions.