Role at a glance
- Job function
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Software Engineering & IT Cybersecurity
- Salary
- Not Disclosed
- Location
- Midrand
- Employment
- Full-time
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About the role
Original posting provided by Accenture
Accenture helps the world’s leading enterprises reinvent by building their digital core and unleashing the power of AI to create value at speed for organizations across industries. Our strategy is to be the reinvention partner of choice for our clients and lead in the safe, widespread adoption of AI, and to be the most client-focused, AI-enabled, great place to work in the world. We bring together the talent of our approximately 786,000 people with proprietary assets and platforms, deep process and industry expertise, and leading ecosystem relationships to deliver end-to-end solutions and measurable outcomes at scale. Through our Reinvention Services, we offer broad expertise across Cybersecurity, Digital Core, Finance, Industry and Enterprise, Song, Supply Chain and Engineering, and Talent, with advanced capabilities in AI and Data, Industry and Process, and Technology. We serve approximately 9,000 clients and generated approximately $70 billion in FY25 revenue. Visit us at accenture.com. #LI-EU
Role Purpose
The Senior Security Sales Lead is responsible for originating, shaping, and closing large-scale cybersecurity opportunities across strategic client accounts. The role acts as the primary security growth owner, working with executive stakeholders to align security solutions to business strategy, risk posture, regulatory requirements, and digital transformation priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Growth Leadership
Own the end-to-end security sales lifecycle from pipeline origination through deal closure
Lead security account planning and embed security revenue into account growth plans
Originate and drive large security deals including business case and value development
Act as trusted security advisor to C-suite and Board stakeholders
Client Engagement & Advisory
Engage CIO, CISO, CRO and senior executives
Translate cyber risk into measurable business outcomes
Shape cybersecurity roadmaps and transformation initiatives
Solution Shaping & Deal Governance
Lead security solutioning with architects and delivery teams
Ensure commercial, delivery and risk alignment
Govern pursuit execution and deal quality
Leadership & Collaboration
Act as Security Account Lead where applicable
Mentor and coach sales and pre-sales talent
Contribute to practice growth and security eminence
10+ years in cybersecurity or enterprise technology sales
Proven success selling large, complex security engagements
Experience in selling the following:
Cloud Security
Managed Security Services
Identity and Access Management
AI Security
Security Assessments
Strong executive engagement experience
Executive presence
Strategic and commercial mindset
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
About Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.Visit us at www.accenture.com
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.
About the company
Accenture
Large Enterprise
Accenture is a global professional services company that specializes in providing consulting, technology, and outsourcing services. With a diverse range of industries served, including financial services, healthcare, and telecommunications, Accenture leverages advanced technologies and data analytics to help organizations improve their performance and drive innovation. Committed to sustainable progress, the company emphasizes its dedication to inclusivity, digital transformation, and building a more sustainable future for its clients and communities. With a presence in over 120 countries, Accenture is known for its expertise in integrating cutting-edge solutions that address complex business challenges.