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Role: Security Analyst - ResourcesLocation: London/Birmingham/Bristol/ManchesterPlease Note: Due to the nature of client work you will be undertaking, you will need to be willing to go through a Security Clearance process as part of this role, which requires 5+ years UK address history at the point of application.Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge.We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.xe2x80x9cAcross the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.xe2x80x9d xe2x80x93 Julie Sweet, Accenture CEOAs a team:You will work with some of the best in the industry, on prestigious projects with the worldxe2x80x99s most high-profile clients within the Resources sector (covering Energy, Utilities, Chemicals and Natural Resources) and enjoy the benefits of being part of Accenture Security. You will be using the latest technologies with clients to help them get to the next level.Do you want to work in an environment wherexe2x80xa6? Youxe2x80x99ll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture that thrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways.If youxe2x80x99re looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and global network of experts, this could be the role for you.In our team you will:Experience working within the Resources sector covering Energy, Utilities, Chemicals and Natural Resources. Our clients include critical national infrastructure and clients of national significance with both IT and OT cyber risks.Support the delivery of Accenture's security offerings across our cyber resilience, cyber protect and cyber strategy domains that covers areas like security governance, cloud, AI, cyber strategy, risk assessments, identity and access management and managed security services.Learn skills to implement security compliance measures to complex technical transformation and capability enhancement projectsAs a Cyber Security Analyst, you will:Engage with Resources clients to support on a broad range of cyber projects, this can include developing and proposing cyber security solutions and best practices that meet the clients' needs and align with their strategic goals and priorities.Deliver cyber security strategy, readiness and discovery assessmentsSupport the implementation and delivery of large SI technology projects, ensuring that they embed security requirements where required to the required quality and risk standard.Collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, such as project managers, technical teams and client stakeholders.Conduct technical analysis, deploy security controls, and produce documentation to support technical delivery of security programmesStay updated on the latest cyber security trends, developments, and regulations, and maintain a high level of professional knowledge and skillsThe following skills and experience are essential for this role:At least three years of relevant experience in cyber security consultingA professional certification or accreditation in cyber security, such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, or ISO 27001 or working towards such qualificationsOutstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate complex cyber security concepts and issues to various stakeholdersHigh level of professionalism, integrity, and ethics, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential informationDemonstrate ability to contribute content to business development / proposal effortsSet yourself apart:Flexibility, adaptability, and resilience, and the ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.Whatxe2x80x99s in it for youAt Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 daysxe2x80x99 vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there may be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.About AccentureAccenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries xe2x80x94 powered by the worldxe2x80x99s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 509,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us atAccenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.Closing Date for Applications: 31/08/2025Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.About Accenture We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our peoplexe2x80x99s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. Wexe2x80x99re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the Worldxe2x80x99s Best Workplacesxe2x84xa2.Join Accenture to work at the heart of change.Visit us atEqual Employment Opportunity StatementAll employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law.Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

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