Information security and Data Protection Specialist

Job title: Information security and Data Protection Specialist

Company: Accenture


Job description: The Client Data Protection (CDP) Account Manager will be responsible for assessing compliance to established data protection controls and standards on client engagements to reduce business risk to Accenture, our clients and our clients’ clients. As part of this, they help client facing account teams to identify and evaluate security gaps, and create appropriate remediation action plans to minimize information security risk. A CDP Account Manager works closely with Accenture Managing Directors, Senior Managers, and Managers to help them enhance their risk management skills.Key responsibilities include:Responsible for supporting the delivery of Accenture’s Client Data Protection Program with a focus on data protection programs planning, policies and procedures development, data classification, data privacy, risk assessments, and implementation of programs and solutionsHelps to define and validate compliance to technical and business requirements for regulatory requirements as they relate to CDP controls.Conducts quarterly deep dive assessments against the most risky controls and tracks remediation plans to closure.Supports and monitors account-level information security training and awareness programs.Drives and supports exceptions to control gaps. Works closely with account leadership on client-facing strategies and written language to minimize risk to any client-related control gaps. This may at times include direct conversations with Accenture clients.Key qualifications include:Proficient in written and spoken EnglishBachelor’s DegreeSecurity generalist familiar with security and privacy frameworks, compliance (security & privacy) requirementsConversant in basic project management principles and project quality methodsPreference for at least one current recognized security professional certification such as CRISC, CISSP, CISM, CISA or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor3+ year experience working with data protection controls governing confidential data2+ years work experience managing timelines, work plans, deliverables; strong organization skills with attention to detail and follow through to resolve issue​Nice to have:Italian languageAbout 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 people’s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World’s Best Workplaces™.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, color, 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 federal, state, or local law.Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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Location: Praha

Job date: Wed, 21 May 2025 06:23:25 GMT

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