Security Architect
Accenture
- Location
- Hyderabad
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- H-1B history
- 998 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
About this role
Project Role : Security Architect Project Role Description : Define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Document the implementation of the cloud security controls and transition to cloud security-managed operations. Must have skills : Service Delivery Good to have skills : Security Governance Minimum 12 year(s) of experience is required Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education Summary: As a Security Architect, a typical day involves designing and establishing a comprehensive cloud security framework that aligns with organizational objectives and operational standards. This role includes overseeing the architectural design to ensure robust security measures are integrated seamlessly. The position requires thorough documentation of security controls and facilitating the smooth transition of these controls into managed cloud security operations, ensuring ongoing protection and compliance within the cloud environment. Roles & Responsibilities: - Expected to be an SME, collaborate and manage the team to perform. - Responsible for team decisions. - Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions. - Expected to provide solutions to problems that apply across multiple teams. - Lead the development and implementation of security strategies that support cloud infrastructure and services. - Coordinate cross-functional efforts to ensure security policies and procedures are consistently applied and updated. - Mentor junior team members to enhance their understanding of cloud security principles and practices. Professional & Technical Skills: - Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Service Delivery, Security Governance. - Good To Have Skills: Experience with Security Governance. - Strong knowledge of cloud security principles, frameworks, and best practices. - Ability to design scalable and secure cloud architectures that meet business and regulatory requirements. - Experience in documenting security controls and managing their lifecycle within cloud environments. - Skilled in collaborating with diverse teams to align security initiatives with organizational goals. Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 7 years of experience in Service Delivery. - This position is based at our HDC4 - SEZ office. - A 15 years full time education is required. 15 years full time education 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, military veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status,