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About Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company specializing in IT, strategy, consulting, and operations, with a strong focus on digital transformation, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence.
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Cyber Leadership and Human Risk - Manager serves as a trusted advisor and delivery leader within the security practice, focusing on the intersection of human behavior, cybersecurity risk, AI transformation, and organizational change. The role involves leading end-to-end human risk management programs, managing cross-functional teams, and establishing governance frameworks to drive accountability. Key responsibilities include designing and executing cybersecurity awareness training, assessing client risk postures, and translating threat intelligence regarding social engineering and identity-based attacks into actionable education strategies. Candidates will utilize tools like KnowBe4, Proofpoint Security Awareness, RedFlags, Immersive, Cofense, or Hoxhunt while leveraging expertise in identity and access management, data protection, and AI risk. The position addresses the critical challenge of building cyber resilience by addressing security culture gaps and implementing AI-enabled learning experiences to mitigate risks from human behavior and emerging technological threats.
Lead end-to-end human risk management programs from initial strategy through execution for global enterprise clients.
Manage project lifecycles by coordinating workstreams, managing resources, and ensuring accountability across cross-functional teams.
Establish PMO functions including governance frameworks, reporting structures, and executive dashboards to track program progress.
Design and execute cybersecurity awareness training and behavior change programs tailored to specific client needs.
Translate complex threat intelligence into practical employee education strategies regarding social engineering and AI misuse.
Develop executive-ready presentations and strategic recommendations to drive decision-making at the C-suite and board levels.
Support business development by identifying new opportunities, contributing to RFPs, and helping scope future engagements.
Mentor and develop junior resources to build their professional capabilities and ensure high-quality project execution.
What we're looking for
Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, risk management, organizational change, learning & development, or consulting.
Minimum of 7 years of demonstrated experience with human risk management including security awareness, behavioral analytics, insider risk, or culture change.
Minimum of 7 years managing or contributing to complex, multi-workstream projects in a consulting or client-facing environment.
Bachelor's degree required, or an Associate's degree with at least 6 years of work experience, or 12 years of experience without a degree.
Strong executive communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience in professional services or management consulting (preferred).
Familiarity with human risk management platforms such as KnowBe4, Proofpoint, RedFlags, Immersive, Cofense, or Hoxhunt (preferred).
Exposure to PMO methodologies, delivery frameworks, or project governance like PMP or Agile (preferred); industry certifications like CRISC, CISM, SSAP, or PROSCI are also a plus.
Third Party Risk Management
Cybersecurity
Identity and Access Management
Cloud Security
Data Protection
Infrastructure as Code
Site Reliability Engineering
Chaos Engineering
Business Continuity
Disaster Recovery
Information Security
Risk Assessment
Audit
Agile
Lean
Six Sigma
PMP
CISSP
CISM
CISA