System & Data Security SME - Saudi National

System & Data Security SME - Saudi National Only

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Join Accenture Security to pioneer security solutions that blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and managed services. Using the coolest next‑gen tech, you’ll have every chance to stay one step ahead of cybercrime and out‑hack the hackers. Accenture Security provides comprehensive security services— from security strategy development to business transformation, to managed security services— on demand and at a global scale to help mitigate risks and take full advantage of advanced technologies and proven risk‑management models.

Our experienced team of global security professionals helps businesses understand their risks and build resilience from the inside out, giving them the confidence to focus on what matters most: innovation and business growth.

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operation of system, data, and application security services as part of the operating model, ensuring stable service delivery and effective utilization of File Integrity Monitoring using NNT Change Tracker, Database Protection with Imperva, Data Loss Prevention through Microsoft DLP, Data Classification and Information Protection using Microsoft Purview, Endpoint Detection and Response and Anti‑Virus capabilities, in addition to application and API security controls using Forti Web.
• Provide technical and operational leadership to the team, ensuring security controls are correctly implemented, maintained, and optimized across on‑premises and cloud environments.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying security gaps, under‑utilized features, and optimization opportunities across system, data, and application layers.
• Ensure security platforms are patched, upgraded, and operated in line with vendor recommendations and organizational security standards.
• Lead and coordinate response to security incidents related to data leakage, endpoint threats, and application or API attacks, ensuring proper investigation, root cause analysis, and remediation.
• Support service reporting, audits, and compliance activities, and act as an escalation point while working closely with engineers, consultants, and other operational stakeholders.

• 7-9 years of experience in information security with strong hands‑on and operational exposure to system, data, endpoint and application security domains. Proven experience leading security operations teams and supporting complex security environments.
• Strong understanding of data protection, application and API security principles, and operational security processes across on‑premises and cloud platforms. Demonstrated leadership, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Relevant security certifications are considered an…